Directed by: Herk Harvey
Starring: Candice Hilligoss, Frances Feist, Sidney Berger, Art Ellison, Stan Levitt
Contributors: John Clifford, Herk Harvey, Gene Moore, Maurice Prather
Carnival of Souls (1962), directed by Herk Harvey, is a haunting black-and-white horror film starring Candice Hilligoss. The story follows Mary Henry (Hilligoss), a young woman from Kansas who survives a tragic car accident. Seeking a fresh start, she relocates to Utah to become a church organist. However, her peace is short-lived as she becomes the target of a phantom figure, leading her into a chilling descent into terror. With eerie atmosphere and unsettling visuals, this cult classic remains a significant influence in the horror genre.
This Criterion Collection edition presents the film in restored Blu-ray quality and includes a variety of special features that dive deep into the making of this unforgettable horror film.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Herk Harvey |
| Starring | Candice Hilligoss, Frances Feist, Sidney Berger, Art Ellison, Stan Levitt |
| Contributors | John Clifford, Herk Harvey, Gene Moore, Maurice Prather |
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC2644BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629328431 |
| Main Language | English |
| Region | B |
| Release Date | 23 October 2017 |
| Originally Issued | 1962 |
| No of Discs | 1 |
| Weight | 106g |
| Genre | Horror/Occult |
| BBFC Certification | (12) Suitable for 12 years and over |
| Rental/Retail | Retail/Rental |
| Run Time | 78 minutes |
| Sound | Mono |