The opening line, “We both saw our cows turn pink, then blue; our sheep dance a minuet,” hints at the kind of trouble that awaits. Certainly, "Daniel" (Cecil Kellaway) and his daughter "Jennifer" (Veronica Lake) face hostility from their eighteenth-century neighbors, who accuse them of sorcery and witchcraft, resulting in their burning. Their remains are then used as fertilizer beneath an oak tree, intended to imprison their spirits and prevent any further harm. Fast forward a few centuries, and a bolt of lightning unexpectedly frees the pair—now determined to exact revenge on the descendants of those responsible for their demise. Conveniently, that family hasn't strayed far from the original location, making it easy to target "Wallace" (Fredric March). He’s poised to run for Governor and marry “Estelle” (Susan Hayward), a perfect setup for them to cause chaos. Their motto is "Die by fire, live by fire," so the father initiates a blaze at the Pilgrim’s Hotel, allowing “Jennifer” to materialize and begin her scheme to destroy their chosen victims. Surprisingly, she finds herself developing feelings for Wallace. Her father disapproves of this budding romance and also takes human form to keep her in line. Will love ultimately triumph? While not prominently featured, Kellaway delivers a standout performance with his sinister spiritual narration and playful spellcasting, refusing to let any happiness touch the family that burned them generations ago. Lake is equally compelling and engaging, and Robert Benchley also shines as “Dudley,” whose incredulous observations follow his friend "Wallace" into what seems like a bizarre world of dysfunction and mystical visions. The script provides moments of genuine amusement, and if you enjoy stories set in Salem's Lot, this comedic offering should bring a smile to your face.

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