Roger Corman’s adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe’s tale of terror sees Vincent Price trying to ensure the end of a bloodline he believes to be cursed.

The inaugural edition of this new strand celebrates the inestimable Vincent Price. With almost two hundred credits to his name in a career spanning over 50 years, his contribution to the genre is indisputable.

The festival will also present  The Abominable Dr. Phibes (Friday 24th, 13.30) and Theatre of Blood  (Saturday 25th, 13.00) as part of this year’s IFI Horrorthon Honours focus, Vincent Price.

Showing as part of IFI Horrorthon 2014 (October 23rd – 27th).