'The Innocents' Continues Bump in the Night Film Series in Library

"The Innocents" airs Wednesday, Oct. 9, in a the spine-tingling film series, Things That Go Bump in the Night, in the Barrington Library auditorium.

The October film series is presented by librarian and cinema enthusiast Doug Swiszcz, who provides commentary before each film shows on the library's big screen. It starts at 1 pm.

The Innocents is a 1961 adaptation of Henry James’ novella, The Turn of the Screw; it stands as one of the finest ghost stories ever filmed.

In late 19th century England, an impressionable, sheltered woman (Deborah Kerr) takes a job as governess to two orphaned children living on their uncle’s sprawling country estate, said Swiszcz. 

"Before long, the children’s behavior becomes disturbing and she starts to see apparitions," he said.

"As the governess learns about the house’s history, she fears for the children's souls and for her own sanity," Swiszcz said.

Jack Clayton’s direction, stark black and white cinematography, and fine performances all create "a moody, unsettling story with strong psychological undertones" he said.

The film runs for 100 minutes and is unrated. It is free and open to all.

The series continues with "Rosemary’s Baby" on Oct. 16; "Dead Again" on Oct. 23; and "The Others" on Oct. 30.