Horror,Thriller
United States of America
The Terror is a 1963 horror film directed by Roger Corman and starring Jack Nicholson and Boris Karloff. The film is set in 18th century France during the Napoleonic Wars. The story begins with French soldier Andre Duvalier (Nicholson) searching for a woman named Helene, who he believes to be his lover. He is led to an isolated castle inhabited by an elderly Baron (Karloff) and his wife (played by Sandra Knight).
Upon arrival, Duvalier discovers that Helene is not present and the Baron denies any knowledge of her whereabouts. Despite this, Duvalier decides to stay at the castle, determined to uncover the mystery surrounding Helene. He soon discovers that the castle is haunted by the ghost of a woman who died 20 years prior, and her spirit seems to be connected to Helene's disappearance.
As the days pass, Duvalier becomes more and more entrenched in the castle's web of secrets, leading to a series of chilling encounters with the supernatural. He ultimately discovers the truth behind Helene's disappearance, but not before experiencing the full horror of the castle's cursed past.
The Terror is noted for its atmospheric setting, which was filmed on location in a 12th century castle in Ireland. The film's labyrinthine plot is also lauded by critics as one of Corman's most complex and compelling works. Despite its low budget, the film has earned a reputation as a classic of Gothic horror cinema.
