The Haunting (1963)

Scientist bent on investigating a purportedly haunted house invites a diverse group to help him do so by actually staying within its walls. The intended heir is there to keep an eye on things, as are the clairvoyant/somewhat mean-spirited Theodora and the meekly nervous Eleanor, who has demonstrated psychic ability.

The house wastes no time in letting the visitors know that, yep, it's haunted. But while three of the guests seem to believe, they also seem to understand that they can't be actually harmed. Eleanor, on the other hand, is frankly losing her mind. The house isn't buffeting her from the outside alone, it's gotten inside of her and whispers to her.

I first saw this film in the '90s and rated it highly. It dulls slightly on second watch -- or maybe simply with my age -- but is still a worthwhile and truly frightening film.

B-