Gene Tierney and Vincent Price star in an adaptation of Anya Seton's bestselling novel. Excellent fun for fans of Gothic romance and historical fiction.
Mr. Price was amazing. I had the good fortune to meet him in person. Years ago at a small downtown NY art gallery. He and Coral Browne were respected art collectors, and quite knowledgable. Lovely people. A group of us were taking about collecting famous paintings. I'll never forget he said (in that marvelous voice), "Well, God bless anyone who has a cool five million to drop on a Picasso. But my advice is always the same: Have artwork around you that gives you pleasure, and you enjoy. If it appreciates in value over the years, then so much the better. Just - let it be a delight every time you look at it. That to me, is the REAL value!" I have over the years taken his advice. Smart man, Mr. Price. I own some paintings that may or may not be 'worth a lot' down the road. But all of them have a back story, and I smile to remember how I came upon them, and remember as a view them, with delight - why I own them!!
I met him too here in the UK at the rushes of the film The Witchfinder General, he was an absolute hoot, kept us laughing for ages, a good man and a very funny one
Gene Tierney is one of the most beautiful women that has ever lived and her eyes are absolutely, positively spellbinding. It is impossible to look into those eyes and not be spellbound. She may be long gone, but she will certainly never be forgotten.
Gene Tierney was a beacon of beauty that shone brighter than any star. Her mesmerizing eyes were like an entrancing spell, captivating all who beheld them. Even though her life has ended, her captivating aura lives on, never to be forgotten. It's no wonder that her beauty is still remembered and cherished to this day.
Vincent Price does one of the most brilliant portrayals of a descent into madness I've ever seen. Gene Tierney is flawless, and this writing is brilliant. Bravo on all fronts!
Ciele Glass I want to thank you. Your comment was the one that had me start to watch it. I wasn't sure if I was going to. Glad I did now. Your the first Ciele I've ever seen. I'm not sure how you say it. But looks nice. Been watching these old movies a lot lately. This one I watched after watching Ghost of Mrs Muir
Vincent Price & Gene Tierney appeared in two other classic movies together, "Laura" (1944) with Dana Andrews & Clifton Webb & "Leave Her To Heaven" (1945) with Cornel Wilde & Jeanne Crain. Tierney was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress In Leave Her To Heaven.
La Chancla Images I watched “Leave Her to Heaven” a few months back. Great movie! She played a very dark character perfectly. At least it had a happy ending.
A grand and gorgeous dream castle, gorgeous costumes ,grand set design, beautiful musical score that goes perfectly to set the emotional tone of the story, a great murder mystery plot, a ghost story mystery, the finest acting, Grand romance, -this movie has it all!
@@irenemagill4890 Yes, it was. However, the novel has more character development and makes Nicholas's psychosis a little clearer. There is also a fleshing out of the steamship race and much more. I enjoyed the movie much more by having read the novel.
TODAY! Today we have nothing but over-priced porn! It's been a long time since we've had any decent films......films without the foul language, the nude scenes, the sex scenes, the politically correct but morally despicable 'interracial' scenes, the neurotic 'feminist' scenes, and the LGBQABCXZY obscenities. Today we are, as the late Steve Allen said, dealing with a moral sewer.
I love that line about the tower. Asked what could you be doing up in the tower, Vincent Price says - "Anything from pinning butterflies to hiding an insane twin brother." i had to pause it just to laugh.
What a cinematic movie. Every line of dialogue and acting was so compelling. Vincent price really did make this movie hypnotizing to watch as well as genes unbearable beauty
They just don't make movies like this anymore. I love the dialog when actors & actresses actually said something. Meaningful looks are find and dandy but they don't hold a candle to good dialog! I've seen this several times...I had and still have a little crush on Vincent Price. Turns out he was a very cultured man who was a gourmet cook, in fact I have his cookbook and I love it! Thanks!!
A true star studded line up. And Vincent Price is always a joy to see. I was blessed to see Mr. Price doing a reading of Edgar Allen Poe at Ball State University. It was a magical evening. Made me a life long fan.
Gene Tierney. Beautiful in Leave her to Heaven. Her acting superb!!! Dragon wick. She can act as well as beautiful. Some say Liz Taylor. Beautiful. No pretty but not an actress
That sounds like a truly special evening! I'm so glad you got to experience the magic of seeing Vincent Price in person. It's always a pleasure to watch him bring Edgar Allen Poe's stories to life.
Vincent Price was sensational in his leading role. And Gene Tierney was exceptional in the movie and show lots of feelings, joy and love. What a true icon she was.
Vincent price was incredible in this movie, not only the dialogue, but his facial expressions really made the character come out. For me the best film ever made.
When actors and actresses had not only great talent but great voices and faces as well. Props to an outstanding behind the scenes crew. I have watched this film many times and still I find something new that I hadn't noticed before. We need more films and fewer movies.
@@margarettickle9659 That's it in a nutshell.. this generation requires mind numbing graphics to be entertained, they don't appreciate the nuances of a movie that requires you to listen, to watch, to follow the intricate line of the plot.
Proving Vincent Price is one of the finest actors of all time... had a chance to see him up close one time, he singed the guest registry at the little shop I worked at when I was a teenager.. he signed a couple of autographs and stood for a few pictures,,, very nice fellow
I've always loved everything about this movie, setting, actors, acting, storyline. You can't top Tierney and Price. Wonderful watching on a cloudy afternoon tucked away under the covers! Also the actor who plays Miranda's father is superb in the movie " Dodsworth". I just realized this was the same actor in both movies.
Yes,Walter Huston was a great actor. He's also the father of John Huston, the well known producer/ director and grandfather to Angelika Huston, the actress.
INCREDIBLE! The incomparable beauty Gene Tierney and Vincent Price. And NO pregnancy labor screams like we must all endure in todays movies. Thank you.
She was on laudnum, remember? I was also wondering how one even goes into labor all drugged up on that. Was also thinking that maybe the reason the baby had a heart defect was because of his drug addictions. I know, it was just a movie and I shouldn't get into it so much. It's this damn lockdown! Making me crazy and bored!
I have watched this movie so many times!! It is one of my favorite movies. Vincent Price was so young, handsome, and dashing😍😍😍 I have watched all his old black and white movies. He is just so fun to watch and he has played in some very memorable movies! And also Peggy is that person that has your back no matter what!! She is such a strong character and even though she is not in the movie much, her scenes are incredible. She reminds me if my Mom! I ❤ this movie😃
What woman wouldn’t like to, just once, wear a gorgeous ball gown, and dance a waltz with a debonair gentleman like Vincent Price. He speaks so beautifully! I even loved him when he did the ending in the Michael Jackson song.
TRIVIA, reminds me ... Vincent price was a great cook. He was obsessed--as any gourmet chef would be--about the quality of food and especially the wine he served his dinner guests, that a friend who was interviewed for a magazine article was quoted as saying, "Vincent was so fussy that if it weren't up to his standard, he would send back his own wine!"
Gene Tierney is always a treat to watch, but Vincent Price does smarmy so well, it's not hard to understand how he got to be a horrorshow star instead of a leading man in mainstream films.They're together in the classic Laura, and she's just as breathtaking, he's just as smarmy.
What a blinder ! An absolutely sterling performance from Vincent Price. Many only remember him from his later horror movies, yet, his finest work was definitively in his earlier works !
Gene Tierney was always one of my favorite actresses. She is at her best in The Razor's Edge, Son of Fury and The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, all excellent films and worth watching.
How have I lived 56 years and never seen this film?! It was really neat to see Jessica Tandy and Harry Morgan as their younger selves. Gene Tierney -- how excellent she was! Never mind her loveliness, with the sultry eyes and the slight over-bite that gave her the pouty bottom lip ... she had me feeling happy, scared, sad, melancholy, etc. Glenn Langlan was a sight to behold. Such a handsome hero, as it were. And, I conclude with Vincent Price. I tried to think who could play the part of Nicholas if this film were re-made; I decided that I'm not sure it would be worth trying to replace Mr. Price in the role. He acted the perfect part of a man going insane, drugs or no. His performance made me want to read the book! I have never seen him look so healthy and beautiful and robust. I couldn't blame Miranda for falling in love with him: the charm, the elegance, style. All of this was pure Vincent Price. Movie perfection.
Is that his name, Glenn Langlan? Boy _is_ he ever handsome. He looked great in his costume, I was caught off guard by how "right" he looked in the old garb.
A magnificent film! Vincent Price is great as always and Gene Tierney always sounded breathy when she spoke. A beautiful woman. I always thought of this film as a mixture of romance and gothic horror.
I love that phrase so and so really “ carried that picture” they used to say that about the great actors and it is true, it always makes me laugh. Something so old Hollywood about it.
@@Carly8Corday--Read the book, Dragonwyck. And then read The Uninvited by Dorothy Macardle. The movies made based on these books didn't do the books justice.
Because of her great beauty Gene Tierney is often underrated as an actress. Her mastery is evident here and throughout the body of her work especially when she shares the screen with other great stars.
Wonderful soundtrack by Alfred Newman :) of course Vincent Price is amazing as usual. He was 6'4 which was a problem for certain roles.. but his height in this film works perfectly and he makes it work. Notice how straight he stands at all times, suited perfectly to his role. Also applies to his role as top lawyer in Leave her to Heaven. I'm always impressed by actors who know how to use the body not just the voice and the facial expressions for a role...
20th Century Fox's cinematography was absolutely perfect by the mid 1940's. It's the best bar none, I've ever seen. Even in some of their stuffiest costume movies, I can see the realness and poignancy of what the film is trying to capture. I never feel as if I'm watching an old movie. Perfection.
vincent was in many movies during his long and stellar career. he was wonderful. during the later part he was the king of horror movies. he was always eloquent, artistic and elegant no matter the role. he could portray any role with excellence. we won't see his like soon. maybe never. but we do have him on film. pretty lucky for us!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve heard of or seen this movie. I’m 67 years old and watched so many old movies on tv as a kid, then on cable channels, video and dvds. Somehow this one got by me. It was spellbinding. A great blend of suspense with strong character roles. I was shocked when he admitted to her what he did in his “room in the tower”! That was the last thing I would’ve ever guessed, especially in a movie at that time period. WOW!!! Great suspense film, held my attention throughout, I can’t wait to watch it again. I’ve enjoyed both actors films, now I can add another to the list. Thanx for the upload 😊
Great classic Vincent Price film and Gene Tierney was so beautiful and talented as well. Always loved how Price could start out in a role seemingly 'normal" and then slowly go mad and sinister with his great facial expression and distinct voice he was famous for. He totally nailed his characters that way and was so believable. Nice to also see Jessica Tandy with her wonderful great acting as well. And the great Anne Revere who was famous for playing mothers and who was an actual descendant of Paul Revere! And of course, Spring Byington who always played mothers as well and who we later found out in life was a Lesbian who was involved off screen in a relationship with Ma Kettle...what a shock that was to find that out. More Hollywood trivia. Thanks for sharing~ also loved the beautiful sets and costumes as well, well done!
Right! The movie would start off "normal" as you say, And 30-45 minutes in, I'm sitting up straight, squinting at the screen, going "uh-oh, something ain't right" and VP would morph into a crazed man. Love that about him!
Marjorie Main was a known lesbian. Anne Revere I saw once walking on Broadway. When she saw that I recognized her, she smiled at me in appreciation. I thought that was nice.
Although there have of course been many great movies before and since, IMO the 1940's was the high point, overall, of American cinema. So many classics, so many outstanding actors, directors, producers and film score composers, a real golden age!
I couldn't agree with you more and, also, the year before, which was 1939, as evidenced by "Gone with the Wind", and "The Wizard of Oz". Many wonderful classic movies during that year were made.
Thrilled to find this .... Vincent Price was his classic "eerie& unreadable" self ... Gene Tierney as talented as she was beautiful ... Thanx. For your work to make this classic available, Jill ...
Always loved Anya Seton's books. I had seen this many years ago, because I recognized the song "Marble Halls" when Enja sang it one one of her albums. My memory took me right back to "Dragonwyck."
I read the book that this movie was based on a number of times since I was a teenager. Although the ending was not the way it was written in large part it does follow the book. Nicholas was portrayed as a self-absorbed egomaniac who cared about no one but himself and used people to get what he wanted. Vincent Price pulls this off some of the time but once in awhile he allows you to feel sorry for Nicholas. Other than that I thought he did a great job. He hit the sarcasm just right.
Gene Tierney is outstandingly beautiful my favorite actress of all time GOD bless her cause off screen in real life it was so hard for her I shall always love her and miss her R.I.P. Gene Tierney.
I first read Dragonwyck by Anya Seton in 1966. It was in my mother's stash of books that included The Foxes of Harrow, Tobacco Road, Gone With the Wind, Lady Chatterly's Lover, The Uninvited, and quite a few others. They were stashed in our attic and forbidden to me. We had a pull-down ladder to the attic and I didn't feel the least bit guilty about clambering up there and retrieving the "forbidden fruit". This movie follows the novel in general, but there are so many parts left out. For instance, when Johanna dies, Doctor Turner saves a piece of the poisoned cake, although he's not sure why, and conducts a variety of tests on it. Nicholas's failure to accede to unfavorable (for him) events is downplayed somewhat. His cold control over Miranda through violence alternating with tenderness and his interest in Edgar Allan Poe aren't even mentioned (of course, it WAS filmed in 1946). Nicholas takes pride in racing boats--and his end is by drowning in the Hudson when one of his racing boats catches fire. I wish someone would remake this movie. Audiences are now more agreeable to sitting for movies that are well over two hours long, and there are plot points that are well deserving of highlighting instead of omitting or, worse, glossing over.
Just be glad a movie was made from this novel - Movies based on books will always have to omit certain parts and they do their best in most cases I think but including everything from a book cant be done. Over six hours of Lord of the Rings and people still complained this or that was omitted.
@fueledbylove Nonsense. That movie was marginally based on the book, and bound by the mores of the time it was filmed. If it were made today, it has the potential to be a more involved film.
@@onemercilessming1342 Yah, like you said, nonsense. Nobody is going to be willing to risk the money needed - tell us how many people want to see this redone besides yourself. LOL
A great movie, with two of the greatest stars. A long-time personal favorite. I still have the program from "Diversions and Delights" that Mr. Price was kind enough to autograph for me.
A wonderful film, I've loved it since I was a kid. Thanks for posting. "I believe in myself, and am answerable to myself; I will not live according to printed mottos, like the directions on a medicine bottle." Great line, from one of the greatest actors of all time. (I had the honor to meet Vincent when he was doing "Diversions and Delights," a one-man show about Oscar Wilde. If anyone had told me that I'd be glued to the edge of my seat by one guy talking on stage for 3 hours, I'd have said they were nuts; yet, that's exactly what happened.)
Dear Seth, thank you for sharing. I can well believe that Vincent could hold an audience. Very dynamic fellow. I especially loved him in "Leave Her To Heaven" and "Laura". I was also charmed by his wonderful comic abilities in "Champagne for Caesar".
Precisely. "I am the god of my own creation," as one writer once put it. It doesn't deny any other divinity, it simply acknowledges the potential of one's self.
It was an engrossing story with acting reflecting the time it was made. I was struck by Glenn Langan who was very good as the doctor. Very dashing and handsome; although I am only seeing comments on the other cast. And it was also fun to see a young Jessica Tandy. Thank you!
This one certainly draws you in. I was born in 1946 when this was filmed, and had never seen this until now (2018). An epic to be sure, on a level with "How Green Was My Valley." Am delighted with its cinematic quality, acting, storyline, and to know far more viewers appreciate this movie than not. Still feel I'm part of the human race, once again - just seeing this. Thank you for posting.
Hi Mr Larson, Im glad you enjoyed the movie. I was born in 1963, btw, and often feel barely part of the human race even though i work everyday and I'm out and about.
@Wiliam Larson, I agree with everything you said. The sets are gorgeous, and every aspect of this movie is first rate. First movie I've seen in along time that I actually sat down and watched, instead of doing constant housework. You ARE a part of a discerning part of the human race. 🤓
Excellent print and great audio quality - listening on headphones. The USA is truly an amazing place - I hadn't realised that the thunder arrives before the lightning
Love it! This one has it all, good and evil, a castle, romance, history, and amazing acting. Of course Tierney, Price, Huston and what a supporting cast! They don't make them this any more. Too bad. Thank you for posting, so much.
I love old films like this thanks very much for uploading it! Gene Tierney was such a beautiful woman and Vincent Price was a fine looking fellow as well. Thanks again for uploading the film!
I truly adore this film... truly, truly I do. I'm 29 in a week and I've only just found it. Sure, I know it has its issues and limitations, all films do. But when you're watching it, and once you've gone to that place where you forget you're watching it, when the film is working its magic and you're just feeling it, and you've lost the awareness that it's a film you're watching, that's when you know you're witnessing a truly great piece of art. This film is truly a treasure and I handsomely thank the uploader ♥️.
Well, I'm thrilled you love it! That's why I share older movies whenever I can! If you haven't already seen them, I'd recommend "The Uninvited" (1944), "Giant" (1955), "Jezebel" (1938), and "Gaslight" (1944) for films with similar aesthetics or narrative themes. "Laura" (1944) also pairs Price and Tierney, as does "Leave Her to Heaven" (1945), both of which are noirish thrillers. I'd be remiss not to add the excellent "Ghost and Mrs. Muir" which is one of Gene Tierney's best and beloved films, and "The Baron of Arizona" (1950) which stars Vincent Price in a similar role.
Bloody beautiful movie, man. I loved this movie: So properly made to make us feel special, as viewers. Those days are gone eh... But these movies are priceless.
Vincent Price was one of those rare master players who was utterly convincing in every role.
Wonderful.
Absolutely. Whether in horror films or dramas or working with Lucille Ball. A total master of his craft.
The price was too steep
I can see Tom hardy playing as him
I heard he was also a very good cook
I would rather watch classic movies like this than todays movies.
Ely Deboro
Agree
I was confused too as to why there was no child to care for all of a sudden.
Ely Deboro there are many in that boat.
Ely Deboro same
Ely I've been on a turner classic kick the last few months so I can totally relate
Mr. Price was amazing. I had the good fortune to meet him in person. Years ago at a small downtown NY art gallery. He and Coral Browne were respected art collectors, and quite knowledgable. Lovely people. A group of us were taking about collecting famous paintings. I'll never forget he said (in that marvelous voice), "Well, God bless anyone who has a cool five million to drop on a Picasso. But my advice is always the same: Have artwork around you that gives you pleasure, and you enjoy. If it appreciates in value over the years, then so much the better. Just - let it be a delight every time you look at it. That to me, is the REAL value!" I have over the years taken his advice. Smart man, Mr. Price. I own some paintings that may or may not be 'worth a lot' down the road. But all of them have a back story, and I smile to remember how I came upon them, and remember as a view them, with delight - why I own them!!
That is a wonderful memory of a great actor and man! Thank you!
Without meeting you, I hold you in great respect.
What lovely story! You are blessed to carry that memory of him with you.
I met him too here in the UK at the rushes of the film The Witchfinder General, he was an absolute hoot, kept us laughing for ages, a good man and a very funny one
Awesome story! Thanks for sharing!
Gene Tierney is one of the most beautiful women that has ever lived and her eyes are absolutely, positively spellbinding. It is impossible to look into those eyes and not be spellbound. She may be long gone, but she will certainly never be forgotten.
Gene Tierney was a
beacon of beauty that shone brighter than any star. Her mesmerizing eyes were like an entrancing spell, captivating all who beheld them. Even though her life has ended, her captivating aura lives on, never to be forgotten. It's no wonder that her beauty is still remembered and cherished to this day.
They didn't put her on the side of airplanes for nothing.
Loved her in "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir ".
@@elenavonpavel-pitts3442 Me too….I have it on dvd 😄
Her eyes are a window into her brilliant mind. She was a genius, too!
Vincent Price does one of the most brilliant portrayals of a descent into madness I've ever seen.
Gene Tierney is flawless, and this writing is brilliant.
Bravo on all fronts!
Gene Tierney was such a beautiful actress..
I loved her in The Ghost and Mrs. Muir. That is one of my favorite old movies.
She was magnificent in " Leave Her To Heaven" and "The Razor's Edge"....
patrick jimenez I could see her playing Scarlett of Gone with the Wind.
lola boden she would have been better. I wonder if she was old enough in ‘39.
Loved her in "Laura."
I've never seen Vincent Price look so young and dashing. And Gene Tierney looks like a doll. What a great movie. Thanks!
He was 35 here.
Ciele Glass I want to thank you. Your comment was the one that had me start to watch it. I wasn't sure if I was going to. Glad I did now. Your the first Ciele I've ever seen. I'm not sure how you say it. But looks nice. Been watching these old movies a lot lately. This one I watched after watching Ghost of Mrs Muir
Ciele Glass you should see him in Laura. Great movie!
Vincent Price & Gene Tierney appeared in two other classic movies together, "Laura" (1944) with Dana Andrews & Clifton Webb & "Leave Her To Heaven" (1945) with Cornel Wilde & Jeanne Crain. Tierney was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress In Leave Her To Heaven.
La Chancla Images I watched “Leave Her to Heaven” a few months back. Great movie! She played a very dark character perfectly. At least it had a happy ending.
A grand and gorgeous dream castle, gorgeous costumes ,grand set design, beautiful musical score that goes perfectly to set the emotional tone of the story, a great murder mystery plot, a ghost story mystery, the finest acting, Grand romance, -this movie has it all!
Should have married the good doctor
Vincent Price was as beautiful as Gene Tierney. Great movie.
. Read the novel.
@@onemercilessming1342 a great movie.😊
@@irenemagill4890 Yes, it was. However, the novel has more character development and makes Nicholas's psychosis a little clearer. There is also a fleshing out of the steamship race and much more. I enjoyed the movie much more by having read the novel.
Vincent Price is always a great actor in all his films.These films are so much better than todays efforts.
TODAY! Today we have nothing but over-priced porn! It's been a long time since we've had any decent films......films without the foul language, the nude scenes, the sex scenes, the politically correct but morally despicable 'interracial' scenes, the neurotic 'feminist' scenes, and the LGBQABCXZY obscenities. Today we are, as the late Steve Allen said, dealing with a moral sewer.
I love that line about the tower. Asked what could you be doing up in the tower, Vincent Price says - "Anything from pinning butterflies to hiding an insane twin brother." i had to pause it just to laugh.
Vincent Price always had such perfect posture!
MobyDicksWife Vincent price is from Ozzie land isn’t he🤩
@@katyhemsley6846His family had very strong roots in St. Louis, Missouri. He was born there.
He’s an actor
What a cinematic movie. Every line of dialogue and acting was so compelling. Vincent price really did make this movie hypnotizing to watch as well as genes unbearable beauty
Even when insulting they are elegant.
I had never seen or heard of this movie before. I love how young Vincent Price is. Such a classic, gothic story!
They just don't make movies like this anymore. I love the dialog when actors & actresses actually said something. Meaningful looks are find and dandy but they don't hold a candle to good dialog! I've seen this several times...I had and still have a little crush on Vincent Price. Turns out he was a very cultured man who was a gourmet cook, in fact I have his cookbook and I love it!
Thanks!!
A true star studded line up. And Vincent Price is always a joy to see. I was blessed to see Mr. Price doing a reading of Edgar Allen Poe at Ball State University. It was a magical evening. Made me a life long fan.
Wow ,what a treat that must have been!
Gene Tierney. Beautiful in Leave her to Heaven. Her acting superb!!! Dragon wick. She can act as well as beautiful. Some say Liz Taylor. Beautiful. No pretty but not an actress
Ah Vincent price Always the best to watch His voice He was good in Laura with Gene
That sounds like a truly special evening! I'm so glad you got to experience the magic of seeing Vincent Price in person. It's always a pleasure to watch him bring Edgar Allen Poe's stories to life.
Vincent Price was sensational in his leading role. And Gene Tierney was exceptional in the movie and show lots of feelings, joy and love. What a true icon she was.
L💙ve Gene Tierney! A brilliant actress! Vincent is great!💙💙💙💙
Portrait of Jeanne well worth watching of hers
He was also a Master chef
@@mckster56 Jennifer Jones
Vincent price was incredible in this movie, not only the dialogue, but his facial expressions really made the character come out. For me the best film ever made.
When actors and actresses had not only great talent but great voices and faces as well. Props to an outstanding behind the scenes crew. I have watched this film many times and still I find something new that I hadn't noticed before. We need more films and fewer movies.
Well said, and very true.
Such a fine classic~ Price was BORN for this role! Amazing there are 405 buffoons giving it a thumbs down.
That's because they are not bright enough to understand a classic.
@@margarettickle9659 That's it in a nutshell.. this generation requires mind numbing graphics to be entertained, they don't appreciate the nuances of a movie that requires you to listen, to watch, to follow the intricate line of the plot.
Proving Vincent Price is one of the finest actors of all time... had a chance to see him up close one time, he singed the guest registry at the little shop I worked at when I was a teenager.. he signed a couple of autographs and stood for a few pictures,,, very nice fellow
Love this movie. Everyone is so perfectly cast for their roles. Especially Vincent Price.
I've always loved everything about this movie, setting, actors, acting, storyline. You can't top Tierney and Price. Wonderful watching on a cloudy afternoon tucked away under the covers!
Also the actor who plays Miranda's father is superb in the movie " Dodsworth". I just realized this was the same actor in both movies.
I'm watching it in bed, on a cold and cloudy morning lol
Yes,Walter Huston was a great actor. He's also the father of John Huston, the well known producer/ director and grandfather to Angelika Huston, the actress.
I loved Dodsworth but had forgotten the name. I recognised it from your comment. Thank you!
Vincent Price was a great actor, extremely intelligent, great cook and lover of the arts, R.I.P. A tiny sample of his love of life and all around us!
INCREDIBLE! The incomparable beauty Gene Tierney and Vincent Price. And NO pregnancy labor screams like we must all endure in todays movies. Thank you.
She was on laudnum, remember? I was also wondering how one even goes into labor all drugged up on that. Was also thinking that maybe the reason the baby had a heart defect was because of his drug addictions. I know, it was just a movie and I shouldn't get into it so much. It's this damn lockdown! Making me crazy and bored!
Vincent Price performance is beautiful...perfect insanity...dialogue delivery epic
F Khan a real master of the art!
I have watched this movie so many times!! It is one of my favorite movies. Vincent Price was so young, handsome, and dashing😍😍😍 I have watched all his old black and white movies. He is just so fun to watch and he has played in some very memorable movies! And also Peggy is that person that has your back no matter what!! She is such a strong character and even though she is not in the movie much, her scenes are incredible. She reminds me if my Mom! I ❤ this movie😃
What woman wouldn’t like to, just once, wear a gorgeous ball gown, and dance a waltz with a debonair gentleman like Vincent Price. He speaks so beautifully! I even loved him when he did the ending in the Michael Jackson song.
You didn't like him in Edward Scissorhands?
Vincent was so much more than a cheesy horror actor. I loved Gene in The Ghost and Mrs. Muir.
I think they were in maybe 3movies together ?
By far one of my most favourite films!!
"His kind of woman" ..Vincent as a cheesy actor in an adventure. Great fun. hehe.
True on both accounts !😄
@@mikeyoung9810 - I discovered that movie this year. Started watching it because of Robert Mitchum and Jane Russell, but Vincent was my favorite!
TRIVIA, reminds me ... Vincent price was a great cook. He was obsessed--as any gourmet chef would be--about the quality of food and especially the wine he served his dinner guests, that a friend who was interviewed for a magazine article was quoted as saying, "Vincent was so fussy that if it weren't up to his standard, he would send back his own wine!"
And someone else in the comments said that Price started acting in order to collect art. How Interesting...
Denise Andrews was
Gene Tierney is always a treat to watch, but Vincent Price does smarmy so well, it's not hard to understand how he got to be a horrorshow star instead of a leading man in mainstream films.They're together in the classic Laura, and she's just as breathtaking, he's just as smarmy.
Gene is almost too lovely to be real! And never realized how tall Price was!
hes 6'4! so tall and gene was 5'5 so he looks really tall next to her lol
@@uggggggghhhhh 6 foot 4 IS tall, pea brain.
@@nhmooytis7058 ??? huh?... i just said he is very tall. jeez whats wrong with you? feel better.
@@uggggggghhhhh we can see he’s tall.
@@nhmooytis7058 I know that. I was agreeing with you.
What a blinder !
An absolutely sterling performance from Vincent Price. Many only remember him from his later horror movies, yet, his finest work was definitively in his earlier works !
Gene Tierney was always one of my favorite actresses. She is at her best in The Razor's Edge, Son of Fury and The Ghost and Mrs. Muir, all excellent films and worth watching.
Got that one on the money..also 'Laura', with 4 outstanding players. Applause, 👏.
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Thanks for mentioning those three films, the first two I’ve never heard of. Starting my search right this minute!
Don't forget " The Mating Season". An absolutely delightful film!
Yes, I agree.She's one of my favorites too.These old movies are so fun to watch, with the melodramatic music and ever present shadows.
My favorite Vincent Price movie. He is so damn STUNNING in this film.
How have I lived 56 years and never seen this film?!
It was really neat to see Jessica Tandy and Harry Morgan as their younger selves. Gene Tierney -- how excellent she was! Never mind her loveliness, with the sultry eyes and the slight over-bite that gave her the pouty bottom lip ... she had me feeling happy, scared, sad, melancholy, etc. Glenn Langlan was a sight to behold. Such a handsome hero, as it were.
And, I conclude with Vincent Price. I tried to think who could play the part of Nicholas if this film were re-made; I decided that I'm not sure it would be worth trying to replace Mr. Price in the role. He acted the perfect part of a man going insane, drugs or no. His performance made me want to read the book! I have never seen him look so healthy and beautiful and robust. I couldn't blame Miranda for falling in love with him: the charm, the elegance, style. All of this was pure Vincent Price. Movie perfection.
Is that his name, Glenn Langlan? Boy _is_ he ever handsome. He looked great in his costume, I was caught off guard by how "right" he looked in the old garb.
@WareforCoin Yes...he is so handsome. He should have been a bigger star than he was.
the person that wrote this book, Anya Seton, has many more even better books, including Katherine, which is a classic!
@@hayesjulie I looked him up. He was the Collosal Man.
I could see Josh Duhamel in this role.
A magnificent film! Vincent Price is great as always and Gene Tierney always sounded breathy when she spoke. A beautiful woman. I always thought of this film as a mixture of romance and gothic horror.
Vincent Price really carried this film.
I love that phrase so and so really “ carried that picture” they used to say that about the great actors and it is true, it always makes me laugh. Something so old Hollywood about it.
He’s so prissy and unattractive. Gregory Peck passed on it. 20 minutes in I’m beginning to think that was a smart movie. It’s not doing much for me.
@@calebcostigan2561 agree. Trying hard to see what everyone else sees.
Mesmerized by Vincent Price. What a film and what an actor.
I was too .........totally!
"The breeze must be wonderful indeed,with a face as beautiful as yours." I LOVE IT!!👏🏽👏🏽
Greet dialogue in this movie
It's based off the book.
@@lasinned3766 aint nobody got time for that. Lol. kidding ill have t give it a read
I totally share your thoughts on this one. Every performance was exceptional...
Always loved this gothic story Vincent price as ever was superb and so handsome in his youth great cast and the gorgeous gene Tierney
U know it’s gonna be an awesome movie if Vincent Price is in it!!! And Gene Tierney as well!! Both are great actor and actress!!
Ahh Vincent Price...He's just such a tremendous actor!
LUCINDA BAKER one of the all time best!
I've never seen Vincent Price in a role I didn't absolutely love! He's so much fun to watch!
HaterHater--You'd have loved him in "Masque of the Red Death". www.imdb.com/title/tt0058333/
@Allyson Z. And especially skipped washing their hair since they were born.
@@onemercilessming1342 He can be scary though, sometimes overly, like in THIS, LOL.
@@Carly8Corday--The Masque of the Red Death was rather scary, too.
@@Carly8Corday--Read the book, Dragonwyck. And then read The Uninvited by Dorothy Macardle. The movies made based on these books didn't do the books justice.
A masterpiece, Vincent Price was absolutely genius.
"Everything is what NO man should EVER want!" I LOVE THAT! One of MY FAVORITE Movies.
Dragonwyck shows us today how fine the "studio system" could be, when all concerned were pursuing the same goal...well done !
I totally agree, Richard
Excellent movie, you cannot get better than a classic!
Great movie, thanks much. RIP Vincent Price, your passing is our loss.
Who is here during the CORONAVIRUS lockdown?
I read the book over 50 years ago, and have been looking for the movie ever since. I'm glad to have finally seen it!
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Gene Tierney one of the great beauties! thank you!!!
Having lived in The Catskills for some years, "Dragonwyck" shed some historical light upon my former home of which I was unaware. THANK YOU.
Because of her great beauty Gene Tierney is often underrated as an actress. Her mastery is evident here and throughout the body of her work especially when she shares the screen with other great stars.
I love Anya Seton and never knew there was a movie made of this book! What a great surprise! And Vincent Price is in it, even better!
I totally share your thoughts on this one. Every performance was exceptional.
Gene Tierney so Beautiful, I’m glad we can all see those movies. 🤗😍🌼
Wonderful soundtrack by Alfred Newman :) of course Vincent Price is amazing as usual. He was 6'4 which was a problem for certain roles.. but his height in this film works perfectly and he makes it work. Notice how straight he stands at all times, suited perfectly to his role. Also applies to his role as top lawyer in Leave her to Heaven. I'm always impressed by actors who know how to use the body not just the voice and the facial expressions for a role...
Vincent Price lost 30 pounds to play Nicholas in "Dragonwyck"
You can't beat these old films, can you? Vincent Price plays a classic part in this. Fabulous! Thanks for uploading. =)
Great acting by Vincent Price and Gene Tierney as beautiful as ever. loved the movie.
I was memorized by Vincent Price in this movie. Thank you for the download. Gene Tierney is stunning too.
I'm so glad he learned to remember you.
20th Century Fox's cinematography was absolutely perfect by the mid 1940's. It's the best bar none, I've ever seen. Even in some of their stuffiest costume movies, I can see the realness and poignancy of what the film is trying to capture. I never feel as if I'm watching an old movie. Perfection.
Agreed. They must have had different camera lenses at Fox. Their focus is rich luminous and detailed
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Gene Tierney was so beautiful!!
I love this movie, its so haunting from beginning to end, so beautifully shot.
When Nicholas asked if Miranda expected velvet drapes and human sacrifices, that's a classic Price image.
That’s today’s Globalist billionaires ! Pure evil
vincent was in many movies during his long and stellar career. he was wonderful. during the later part he was the king of horror movies. he was always eloquent, artistic and elegant no matter the role. he could portray any role with excellence. we won't see his like soon. maybe never. but we do have him on film. pretty lucky for us!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Good heavens, I had forgotten how tall Vincent Price was.
Price was 6'4". Dr. Jeff Turner was 6' 2 1/2".
Vincent Price, one of the few actors whose life off camera was as full and fascinating as his performances on screen.
Valkyrie Sardo --I would include Edward G. Robinson In this category too, as well as Anthony Quinn. RIchard
@@richardschewel3674 That is good to hear as I very much admire the talent of both those men.
Richard Schewel basil Rathbone, George Sanders,Claude Rains
This is almost like an American Jane Eyre.....but much more sinister.
@@julianarose9872 Orson Welles 👍
Vincent Price at his best, Gene Tierney so lovely in this strangely haunting tale. Great movie!
I totally share your thoughts on this one. Every performance was exceptional.
I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve heard of or seen this movie. I’m 67 years old and watched so many old movies on tv as a kid, then on cable channels, video and dvds. Somehow this one got by me. It was spellbinding. A great blend of suspense with strong character roles. I was shocked when he admitted to her what he did in his “room in the tower”! That was the last thing I would’ve ever guessed, especially in a movie at that time period. WOW!!! Great suspense film, held my attention throughout, I can’t wait to watch it again. I’ve enjoyed both actors films, now I can add another to the list. Thanx for the upload 😊
Frannie Albaugh I’m a fan of the oldies also and had never heard of this gem. I’m really enjoy it.
Vincent Price! Gothic film royalty! !! 💖
@Eileen Farrar thanks for the interesting details. It's good to know.
gene Tierney and Vincent price two great legends and Harry Morgan too.
Thanks for saying his name. All I could think was MASH 4077!
He was devilishly handsome at that age too!
Don't forget Jessica Tanndy.
Thanks a million for posting this film. "Dragonwyck" is my all-time favorite Vincent Price movie - Diane.
Great classic Vincent Price film and Gene Tierney was so beautiful and talented as well. Always loved how Price could start out in a role seemingly 'normal" and then slowly go mad and sinister with his great facial expression and distinct voice he was famous for. He totally nailed his characters that way and was so believable. Nice to also see Jessica Tandy with her wonderful great acting as well. And the great Anne Revere who was famous for playing mothers and who was an actual descendant of Paul Revere! And of course, Spring Byington who always played mothers as well and who we later found out in life was a Lesbian who was involved off screen in a relationship with Ma Kettle...what a shock that was to find that out. More Hollywood trivia. Thanks for sharing~ also loved the beautiful sets and costumes as well, well done!
Right! The movie would start off "normal" as you say, And 30-45 minutes in, I'm sitting up straight, squinting at the screen, going "uh-oh, something ain't right" and VP would morph into a crazed man. Love that about him!
Marjorie Main was a known lesbian. Anne Revere I saw once walking on Broadway. When she saw that I recognized her, she smiled at me in appreciation. I thought that was nice.
Although there have of course been many great movies before and since, IMO the 1940's was the high point, overall, of American cinema. So many classics, so many outstanding actors, directors, producers and film score composers, a real golden age!
I couldn't agree with you more and, also, the year before, which was 1939, as evidenced by "Gone with the Wind", and "The Wizard of Oz". Many wonderful classic movies during that year were made.
Thrilled to find this .... Vincent Price was his classic "eerie& unreadable" self ... Gene Tierney as talented as she was beautiful ... Thanx. For your work to make this classic available, Jill ...
Beautiful movie! And Alfred Newman's score is amazing.
These two also starred together in Leave Her To Heaven, and Laura. Screen magic!
Always loved Anya Seton's books. I had seen this many years ago, because I recognized the song "Marble Halls" when Enja sang it one one of her albums. My memory took me right back to "Dragonwyck."
It’s called “Once I Dwelt in Marble Halls” from “The Bohemian Girl” by Balfe.
I read the book that this movie was based on a number of times since I was a teenager. Although the ending was not the way it was written in large part it does follow the book. Nicholas was portrayed as a self-absorbed egomaniac who cared about no one but himself and used people to get what he wanted. Vincent Price pulls this off some of the time but once in awhile he allows you to feel sorry for Nicholas. Other than that I thought he did a great job. He hit the sarcasm just right.
What happened to the daughter in the book? I expected Miranda to bring her back from what was probably boarding school, and be her mother.
Does the book say what happened to his little girl, Katrine? In the film, she never reappears after her scene on the stairs.
Gene Tierney is outstandingly beautiful my favorite actress of all time GOD bless her cause off screen in real life it was so hard for her I shall always love her and miss her R.I.P. Gene Tierney.
I first read Dragonwyck by Anya Seton in 1966. It was in my mother's stash of books that included The Foxes of Harrow, Tobacco Road, Gone With the Wind, Lady Chatterly's Lover, The Uninvited, and quite a few others. They were stashed in our attic and forbidden to me. We had a pull-down ladder to the attic and I didn't feel the least bit guilty about clambering up there and retrieving the "forbidden fruit". This movie follows the novel in general, but there are so many parts left out. For instance, when Johanna dies, Doctor Turner saves a piece of the poisoned cake, although he's not sure why, and conducts a variety of tests on it. Nicholas's failure to accede to unfavorable (for him) events is downplayed somewhat. His cold control over Miranda through violence alternating with tenderness and his interest in Edgar Allan Poe aren't even mentioned (of course, it WAS filmed in 1946). Nicholas takes pride in racing boats--and his end is by drowning in the Hudson when one of his racing boats catches fire. I wish someone would remake this movie. Audiences are now more agreeable to sitting for movies that are well over two hours long, and there are plot points that are well deserving of highlighting instead of omitting or, worse, glossing over.
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@@ekr66 No.
Just be glad a movie was made from this novel - Movies based on books will always have to omit certain parts and they do their best in most cases I think but including everything from a book cant be done. Over six hours of Lord of the Rings and people still complained this or that was omitted.
@fueledbylove Nonsense. That movie was marginally based on the book, and bound by the mores of the time it was filmed. If it were made today, it has the potential to be a more involved film.
@@onemercilessming1342 Yah, like you said, nonsense. Nobody is going to be willing to risk the money needed - tell us how many people want to see this redone besides yourself. LOL
Yes he should have gotten an Oscar for his performance.
Yes!! But what period is this supposed to be? The movies was released in 1946 but the movie seems to be set in a different time...
@@thiscommentor2858 , the clothing would suggest the 1840s.
For all of them!!! He was top- notch!!!
Wow! Thank You! One of my favorite Gene Tierney movies.
What a great film!!!!!!!! I really enjoyed every bit of it. Thanks for sharing!!!!
Magnificent ..Vincent Price was one of my favourite actors.
What a great surprise to see Harry Morgan! I knew his voice behind that beard the moment I heard it. :D
I totally share your thoughts on this one. Every performance was exceptional..
Gorgeous cinematography, and fantastic acting. Thanks so much for posting this beauty of a film.
Who recognized Colonel Potter from MASH? I'd never seen Harry Morgan young before. What a kick.
Spring Byington is creepy in this. She is usually so perky and wholesome
A great movie, with two of the greatest stars. A long-time personal favorite. I still have the program from "Diversions and Delights" that Mr. Price was kind enough to autograph for me.
A wonderful film, I've loved it since I was a kid. Thanks for posting. "I believe in myself, and am answerable to myself; I will not live according to printed mottos, like the directions on a medicine bottle." Great line, from one of the greatest actors of all time. (I had the honor to meet Vincent when he was doing "Diversions and Delights," a one-man show about Oscar Wilde. If anyone had told me that I'd be glued to the edge of my seat by one guy talking on stage for 3 hours, I'd have said they were nuts; yet, that's exactly what happened.)
Dear Seth, thank you for sharing. I can well believe that Vincent could hold an audience. Very dynamic fellow. I especially loved him in "Leave Her To Heaven" and "Laura". I was also charmed by his wonderful comic abilities in "Champagne for Caesar".
Oh my, Indeed! Thank you so very much for sharing this. I am going thru A Course In Miracles and this quote would be a great go along for sure.
Lucky you! That man had such a charismatic voice -- I could listen to him for hours.
Precisely. "I am the god of my own creation," as one writer once put it. It doesn't deny any other divinity, it simply acknowledges the potential of one's self.
nvsbl2 what a ridiculous statement!
It was an engrossing story with acting reflecting the time it was made. I was struck by Glenn Langan who was very good as the doctor. Very dashing and handsome; although I am only seeing comments on the other cast. And it was also fun to see a young Jessica Tandy. Thank you!
I totally agree. Glenn Langan was such a handsome man and his voice is so damn sexy
@@lady_p_ He tended to play supporting roles, but he had the odd lead here and there. He was married to actress Adele Jergens.
Absolutely masterful death scene. Vincent Price was truly a great, if underappreciated, actor.
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I agree with you 100%!
Vincent Price nailed all the roles he played. He's one of my favourite classic actors.
This one certainly draws you in. I was born in 1946 when this was filmed, and had never seen this until now (2018). An epic to be sure, on a level with "How Green Was My Valley." Am delighted with its cinematic quality, acting, storyline, and to know far more viewers appreciate this movie than not. Still feel I'm part of the human race, once again - just seeing this. Thank you for posting.
Hi Mr Larson, Im glad you enjoyed the movie. I was born in 1963, btw, and often feel barely part of the human race even though i work everyday and I'm out and about.
@Wiliam Larson, I agree with everything you said. The sets are gorgeous, and every aspect of this movie is first rate. First movie I've seen in along time that I actually sat down and watched, instead of doing constant housework. You ARE a part of a discerning part of the human race. 🤓
Excellent print and great audio quality - listening on headphones. The USA is truly an amazing place - I hadn't realised that the thunder arrives before the lightning
AKLDGUY I gotta watch that part again- and its greatest effect was inspiring you to write such a witty comment!
Love it! This one has it all, good and evil, a castle, romance, history, and amazing acting. Of course Tierney, Price, Huston and what a supporting cast! They don't make them this any more. Too bad. Thank you for posting, so much.
I love old films like this thanks very much for uploading it! Gene Tierney was such a beautiful woman and Vincent Price was a fine looking fellow as well. Thanks again for uploading the film!
When he bursts out laughing in the middle of the waltz, you just can’t help falling in love with him.
I agree 😍😍😍 he's just so cute
I totally share your thoughts on this one. Every performance was exceptional..
I truly adore this film... truly, truly I do. I'm 29 in a week and I've only just found it. Sure, I know it has its issues and limitations, all films do. But when you're watching it, and once you've gone to that place where you forget you're watching it, when the film is working its magic and you're just feeling it, and you've lost the awareness that it's a film you're watching, that's when you know you're witnessing a truly great piece of art. This film is truly a treasure and I handsomely thank the uploader ♥️.
Well, I'm thrilled you love it! That's why I share older movies whenever I can! If you haven't already seen them, I'd recommend "The Uninvited" (1944), "Giant" (1955), "Jezebel" (1938), and "Gaslight" (1944) for films with similar aesthetics or narrative themes. "Laura" (1944) also pairs Price and Tierney, as does "Leave Her to Heaven" (1945), both of which are noirish thrillers. I'd be remiss not to add the excellent "Ghost and Mrs. Muir" which is one of Gene Tierney's best and beloved films, and "The Baron of Arizona" (1950) which stars Vincent Price in a similar role.
Bloody beautiful movie, man. I loved this movie: So properly made to make us feel special, as viewers. Those days are gone eh... But these movies are priceless.
One of my absolute favorite movies!!!!
I never realized how handsome Price was!
@muttley hehehe YES HE IS, HATER!!!!