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The Innocents is a 1961 horror film based on the novel The Turn of the Screw by Henry James. Directed and produced by Jack Clayton, it starred Deborah Kerr. Falling into the subgenre of psychological horror, the film makes use of its lighting, music, and direction for its effect rather than gore and shock factor. Its atmospheric feel was achieved by cinematographer Freddie Francis. The film also marked the first film role for child actor Pamela Franklin.

The Innocents was nominated for two BAFTA Awards, including Best British Film and Best Film from any Source. For his direction, Clayton was awarded the National Board of Review Award for Best Director.

Plot

The film tells the story of a governess (Kerr) who is enlisted to care for the niece and nephew of a callous socialite. While caring for the children, the governess discovers that her predecessor was having an affair with a man named Quint, and that both of them died under bizarre circumstances. Thereafter, the governess comes to the conclusion that the ghost of Quint and his lover are attempting to possess the bodies of the children.

Cast

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