House of Wax

House of Wax

1953 · 88 min · EN · 6.9 (405 votes)
Dir. André de Toth · Starring Vincent Price, Frank Lovejoy, Phyllis Kirk, Carolyn Jones, Paul Picerni, Roy Roberts · Music David Buttolph

“You've never been scared until you've been scared in 3-D.”

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A sculptor opens a wax museum to showcase the likenesses of famous historical figures, but quickly runs into trouble when his business partner demands the exhibits become more extreme in order to increase profits.

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A chillingly campy vintage horror that leans into its melodramatic premise. The unsettling atmosphere and proto-slasher elements create a uniquely creepy experience, perfect for a late-night dive into classic thrills.

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