Question 1

Why did Peter Cushing find the scene about his love for his wife especially distressing?

Accepted Answer

Director Freddie Francis made Cushing do multiple takes of the scene, causing him great distress and reducing him and some crew to tears.

Question 2

Which real-life tragedy is reflected in the photograph of Dr. Lawrence's wife?

Accepted Answer

The photograph is of Peter Cushing's own wife, who died suddenly in 1971. Cushing mourned for twenty years, saying his only joy was contemplating reunion with her after death.

Question 3

Why did Veronica Carlson quit acting for nearly 20 years after this film?

Accepted Answer

She reluctantly quit because every role offered required nudity, which she wanted nothing to do with, unlike other actresses who felt they had no choice.

Question 4

What alternate titles did this movie have in the U.S., and is it in the public domain?

Accepted Answer

It was released as 'Night of the Ghoul' and 'The Thing in the Attic'. It is not in the public domain; the rights holder is Tyburn Film Productions.

Question 5

Why was the movie set in the 1920s?

Accepted Answer

It was set in the 1920s to take advantage of sets built for 'The Great Gatsby' that were still standing on the Pinewood backlot.

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