Best 5 Things About House On Haunted Hill (1959 film)
5. A Basic Flaw In The Premise In House on Haunted Hill, an eccentric millionaire, Frederick Loren (Vincent Price), invites 5 people to a "haunted house" party for his wife. It's not just any party, however. Everyone who stays the entire night wins $10,000! The problem? He also tells his guests that the doors are locked at midnight, so no one can get out. How much sense does that make? Well, not exactly a lot. Those who were already motivated by money have an extra reason to stay: They can't leave! So, yeah, there are some shortcomings to this night of terror. 4. The Owner of the House Watson Pritchard (Elisha Cook), one of the guests. is also the woner of the house. And, damn, is ever creeped out by the place! It's not without reason, either. His brother and stepsister were murdered there, and apparently almost died himself after spending the night there. Why would he stay t...