The Haunting
From: Monday, 15th October 2012
To: Saturday, 20 October 2012
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Synopsis
In an ancient, crumbling mansion, sheltering from the howling winds that tear across the desolate, fog-laden moorland that surround it, two men stumble across a dark and terrifying secret that will change their lives forever... When a young book dealer, David Filde, is employed by a former associate of his uncle to catalogue his estate’s impressive library, he finds an incredible array of rare and antiquated books. But as a series of strange and unexplained events conspire to keep Filde from his work, he realises that if he is to convince his sceptical employer that the mysterious phenomena he is experiencing is real, they must journey together to the very edge of terror, and beyond, to discover the source of the terrifying and ghostly night-time visitations... This gripping new adaptation of some of Charles Dickens’ most haunting works, based on his spine-tingling tales of the unexpected, will have you on the edge of your seat. Dare you watch it alone?
Our Review:
John Dixon - 15 October 2012
The Haunting brings a selection of Charles Dickens ghost stories, adapted by Hugh Janes, to life in a two-hander play, which has plenty of tension and scary moments galore.
Set in an old run down mansion, miles from anywhere, the story revolves around David Filde (James Roache best known for Coronation Street) who has been sent to catalogue a collection of books, for the owner Lord Gray (David Robb from Downton Abbey).
At first there is a lot of tension between the men as Lord Gray questions the suitability of Filde for the work required. But when left alone Filde starts to hear voices and supernatural forces take over. At first Lord Gray does not believe him.......
Designer, Simon Scullion, provides us with a setting that exactly fits the bill, tall doors, french windows, shelves and shelves of books, swirling mist, several surprises and cobwebs aplenty. All this adds to the atmosphere as the tension builds to a provide several scary moments, especially the closi...
Creative
Charles Dickens (Book)
Hugh Janes (Adaptation)
Bill Kenwright (Producer)
Hugh Woolridge (Director)
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