The Turn of the Screw 2009
“The dead are not at rest.”
What is The Turn of the Screw?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Turn of the Screw" (2009). Constraints: Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 30, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- BBC
- Genres
- Thriller, Drama, Horror, Mystery
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.7/10 from 37 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~89 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- BBC
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Turn of the Screw" (2009).
Constraints:
Use ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventions/guesses (titles, names, dates, etc.).
No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Word count: 150-190 words.
Title: The Turn of the Screw (also known as Ghost Story: The Turn of the Screw).
Year: 2009.
Format: British television film (TV Movie).
Source Material: Based on Henry James's 1898 ghost story of the same name.
Production: Commissioned and produced by the BBC.
Broadcast Date: First broadcast on 30 December 2009, on BBC One.
Writer/Adapter: Adapted for the screen by Sandy Welch.
Director: Tim Fywell (Source [5] says "팀 파이웰" which translates to Tim Fywell).
Genres: Thriller, Drama, Horror, Mystery.
Runtime: 1h 29m.
Setting/Plot: Mid-19th century Essex country house. A young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted by ghosts and that the children are being possessed.
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Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of thriller and drama 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 The Turn of the Screw worth watching?
The Turn of the Screw holds a community rating of 4.7/10 based on 37 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Thriller, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Turn of the Screw and when was it released?
The Turn of the Screw is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Turn of the Screw?
The Turn of the Screw was directed by Tim Fywell.
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