Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #8936 in DVD
• Released on: 2002-11-25
• Rating: Parental Guidance
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Number of discs: 1
• Format: PAL
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 50 minutes

Special Features
English
Region 2

Synopsis
This installment of the BBC's GHOST STORY FOR CHRISTMAS tells the chilling tale of an archaeological dig that awakens a malevolent spirit. The film is based on the haunting story by M.R. James.

Customer Reviews

A Beautifully Crafted Ghost Story
All the BBC `Ghost Films' seem to be photographed by John McGlashan, and a fine job he does of this M.R. James chiller. First broadcast Christmas Eve 1972 and set during the Great Depression. 'A Warning to the Curious' combines the 'big skies' of Norfolk with attempts of an amateur historian from the capital (Paxton) to find a lost Saxon crown of England. Although the majority of the action occurs outside, James' plot, together with the music combine to give a pleasing claustrophobic effect. The scene involving Paxton's initial success, positively crackles with atmosphere. Forget digitalisation, this is how you film a ghost story! Roll on 'The Stalls at Barchester' - another James classic.

not so frightening
I ordered this after reading some reviews thinking I was going to be scared. I enjoy ghost stories and anything spooky. This film was ok but i wasn't frightend in any way. Have been more spooked watching Most Haunted.

They don't make 'em like this any more!
Based on a short story by the maestro of horror M.R.James, this is television at its best. Right from the outset a sense of building dread looms in this terrifically atmospheric chiller. It has become a family favourite for Christmas eve viewing in my household; after a long, frosty walk, and as of yet has never failed to frighten.