
The Vault of Horror
Everything that makes life worth leaving!
Directed by Roy Ward Baker
Produced by Amicus Productions, Metromedia Producers Corporation
A darkly playful horror anthology where five strangers trapped in a vault trade grotesque nightmare tales of supernatural violence and macabre deaths.
The sequel to Tales from the Crypt. Five strangers trapped in a basement vault converse about their recurring nightmares. Their stories include vampires, bodily dismemberment, east Indian mysticism, an insurance scam, and an artist who kills by painting his victims' deaths.
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Does The Vault of Horror end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 98% of films.
Is The Vault of Horror violent? Yes, very. More violent than 95% of films.
Is The Vault of Horror easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is The Vault of Horror scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
Is The Vault of Horror sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like The Vault of Horror
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Vault of Horror
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Vault of Horror, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Vault of Horror, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Vault of Horror, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































