Poltergeist (1982)
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Released in 1982, "Poltergeist" is a supernatural horror film directed by Tobe Hooper and written by Steven Spielberg, Michael Grais, and Mark Victor. The film follows the Freeling family, who live in a suburban home that becomes the epicenter of malevolent ghostly activity. The youngest daughter, Carol Anne, begins communicating with spirits through the television, leading to a series of increasingly disturbing events. As the hauntings escalate, the family seeks help from a team of parapsychologists and a spiritual medium to rescue their daughter and rid their home of the sinister presence. "Poltergeist" has garnered critical acclaim and is celebrated as a classic in the horror genre.
Cast:
Craig T. Nelson as Steve Freeling
JoBeth Williams as Diane Freeling
Beatrice Straight as Dr. Martha Lesh
Dominique Dunne as Dana Freeling
Oliver Robins as Robbie Freeling
Heather O'Rourke as Carol Anne Freeling
Martin Casella as Dr. Marty Casey
Richard Lawson as Dr. Ryan Mitchell
Zelda Rubinstein as Tangina Barrons
James Karen as Mr. Lewis Teague
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