Crimson Peak Unveiled
Guillermo del Toro's gothic romance supernatural horror is coming to Duke of York's Picturehouse, Brighton, as part of the reDiscover Haunted season. The film follows an aspiring author who is swept away to a mysterious house with a dark past.
Dir: Guillermo del Toro
Cast: Mia Wasikowska, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston, Charlie Hunnam, Jim Beaver, Burn Gorman, Leslie Hope, Jonathan Hyde
119 mins · 2015 · United States of America · Cert 15 · English
IMDb 6.5/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 72% · Metacritic 66/100 · TMDB 6.7/10 · Trakt 69%
Awards: 7 wins & 45 nominations total
reDiscover Haunted
11 Nov 2026 – 24 Nov 2026
Duke of York's Picturehouse (Brighton)
In a house that breathes, bleeds, and remembers, a young woman must confront the ghosts of her past and the darkness that surrounds her. Directed by Guillermo del Toro, Crimson Peak is a visually stunning film that combines intricate production design with a haunting narrative. The film boasts an impressive cast, including Mia Wasikowska, Jessica Chastain, and Tom Hiddleston, who bring to life the complex characters that inhabit this eerie world.
Crimson Peak is a 119-minute horror romance film from the United States, rated 15, and spoken in English. With scores of 6.5/10 on IMDb, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes, 66/100 on Metacritic, 6.7/10 on TMDB, and 69% on Trakt, the film has received generally positive reviews from critics. It has also won 7 awards and received 45 nominations, including three nominations at the 21st Empire Awards and nine nominations at the 42nd Saturn Awards.
The film's use of sinister suggestion and atmospheric tension has drawn comparisons to classic horror films, such as The Haunting and The Innocents. Critics have praised the film's visuals, performances, and production design, with some noting that it is a unique and captivating take on the gothic romance genre. Viewers have also appreciated the film's aesthetic appeal, with many commenting on its vibrant colors, intricate costumes, and haunting sets.
Crimson Peak will be screened at Duke of York's Picturehouse, Brighton, on Tuesday, 24 November 2026, as part of the reDiscover Haunted season. Tickets are with the button beside the article.
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What viewers say
Adam Spybey · 8/10
Don't go into this expecting a ghost story with lots of jump scares, because that's not what you get with this film. Even though there are some creepy scenes, it's more of a gothic romance story. I quite enjoyed it and if you're a fan of Del Torro im sure you'll enjoy it to :)
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FatalMuzza · 9/10
A deliciously twisted fairytale for grownups. Surprised not more love is given to this calibre of filmmaking.
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Antrey · 5/10
It was extremely beautiful. The acting and scene were just breath-taking. The story, though, not so much. Unfortunately predictable from the first moment, it was rather disappointing. Very artistic experience, though!
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nmahoney416 · 7/10
I love all the costume design and set. They are very well done. The color are vibrant. I knew this was more of gothic romance than horror and knowing that going in makes this better. Not GDT's best movie but definitely worth a watch.
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TomasTom · 4/10
Shit, bullshit, nonsense as you want This film has nothing to do with horror, it's just talking, talking and talking again. Almost the whole movie I was bored and fell asleep at the end, I watched it with only one eye and I was glad that I watched it to the end. The only thing that was positive about the film was the set design, masks, effects, etc., but that's not enough when the plot and script are worth a big slipper. So my rating is 4 out of…
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Whitsbrain · 6/10
This is horrific in its moments of person-on-person brutality. There are some shockingly violent confrontations, which didn't really surprise me coming from del Toro but did when couched in the telling of what is nothing more than a romance-in-an-old-house story. Granted, the house is haunted, but the ghosts are secondary to the whole affair. I loved the sets and the colors but was disappointed that this was not scary in the least. Jessica…
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d2freak · 2/10
This movie made me laugh. The terrible CGI "ghosts" and the lack of story made this a complete waste of time. The overly used "blood" everywhere and loose ends made the whole thing just bad. It didn't explain anything, leaving the viewer to assume absurd things to make it work, not that it helped.
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skavanker · 2/10
Visually stunning, good acting, editing, but abysmal story. Would not watch if I could have my 90 min back. I do not recommend anyone to watch this.
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