Henry James’s *The Turn of the Screw*, recognized as a foundational work in Gothic horror, inspired what many consider a classic of cinematic terror, *The Innocents* (1961). Naturally, news of another adaptation brings with it apprehension, since replicating the original film's quality seems like an insurmountable challenge. So, does *The Turning* measure up? The answer is no; this film only reinforces those initial …

It’s possible for a horror film to rely solely on its unsettling feeling, on that indefinable quality that makes you uneasy? Absolutely; Oz Perkins' 'I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House' demonstrates it. And Lenny Abrahamson’s ‘The Little Stranger,’ which deserves far more recognition, isn't really a horror movie at all—it functions better as an expertly made contained drama with supernatural elements. Thes…

I’m genuinely stunned. The Turning faced a lot of behind-the-scenes turmoil, with numerous changes to the director (Juan Carlos Fresnadillo was initially slated to direct), cast, and producers—Steven Spielberg had even been involved at one point. As another adaptation of Henry James's classic ghost story, Turn of the Screw, it presented an immediate challenge: creating a horror film that felt fresh and distinct from …