Review of The Masque of the Red Death (1964) by Brian R — 13 Oct 2014
"The way is not easy, I know, but I will take you by the hand and lead you through the cruel light into the velvet darkness.".
Vincent Price gives arguably the finest performance of his career as Prince Prospero in this, my favourite film in the Corman-Poe cycle. Everything about it is just perfect but special mention must be made of the crisp cinematography by Nicholas Roeg and the sumptuous set design. The cast is excellent - horror legends Patrick Macgee and Hazel Court, the always brilliant Nigel Green, even Jane Asher is fab as the god-fearing peasant girl who Prospero takes a shine to.
This review of The Masque of the Red Death (1964) was written by Brian R on 13 Oct 2014.
The Masque of the Red Death has generally received positive reviews.
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