And Now the Screaming Starts! (1973) | (DVD) | Sealed | Severin

Title: And Now the Screaming Starts! (1973)

Alternate Title: Fengriffen / Bride of Fengriffen

Genre: Horror

Plot Synopsis
In the late 18th century, a young bride moves into her husband’s ancestral estate, where she begins experiencing terrifying visions of a mutilated corpse and a disembodied hand. As a sinister family curse reveals itself, she becomes the target of a vengeful spirit tied to a brutal crime from generations past. With those around her dying under mysterious circumstances, the truth behind the curse must be uncovered before it consumes her completely.

Cast and Crew

• Director: Roy Ward Baker
• Writer: Roger Marshall

Cast:

• Peter Cushing as Dr. Pope
• Herbert Lom as Henry Fengriffen
• Patrick Magee as Dr. Whittle
• Stephanie Beacham as Catherine Fengriffen
• Ian Ogilvy as Charles Fengriffen

YouTube Trailer: And Now the Screaming Starts! | Trailer

IMDb: And Now the Screaming Starts! (1973)

Reviews from Letterboxd:

1. Slig001 — ★★★★
   “A solid slice of gothic horror with eerie atmosphere and classic Amicus charm.”
2. david jenkins — ★★★
   “A strange, lurid ghost story that leans heavily into its gothic roots.”
3. Richard — ★★★½
   “Creepy imagery and a memorable cursed-hand concept elevate this above standard fare.”
4. Josh Lewis — ★★★
   “Uneven but entertaining, with a strong cast carrying the material.”
5. Ian West — ★★½
   “An interesting premise that doesn’t fully deliver, but still worth a watch for genre fans.”

Meta Description: A gothic horror tale of curses and revenge, And Now the Screaming Starts! (1973) follows a newlywed bride haunted by a vengeful spirit tied to a brutal family secret.