Paperhouse 1988
“A drawing that became a dream. A dream that became reality.”
What is Paperhouse?
Paperhouse is a 1988 British dark fantasy film directed by Bernard Rose and based on the 1958 novel Marianne Dreams by Catherine Storr. The film falls into the drama, fantasy, and horror genres and has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 92 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 10, 1988
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Working Title
- Revenue
- $241,278
- Genres
- Drama, Fantasy, Horror
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.5/10 from 160 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~92 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Working Title
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Paperhouse is a 1988 British dark fantasy film directed by Bernard Rose and based on the 1958 novel Marianne Dreams by Catherine Storr. The film falls into the drama, fantasy, and horror genres and has a runtime of one hour and thirty-two minutes. The story follows a young girl lost in the loneliness and boredom of reality who finds solace in an ill boy, whom she can visit in a surreal dream world that she drew in her school composition book. The cast of the film includes Ben Cross, Glenne Headly, Gemma Jones, Charlotte Burke, Jane Bertish, and Samantha Cahill. The original novel by Catherine Storr also served as the basis for a British television series for children titled Escape Into Night.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and fantasy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Paperhouse worth watching?
Paperhouse holds a community rating of 6.5/10 based on 160 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Fantasy for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Paperhouse and when was it released?
Paperhouse is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1988. Release status: Released.
Who directed Paperhouse?
Paperhouse was directed by Bernard Rose.
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