31 Scary Movies: ‘House of Wax’

“House of Wax” (1953) – Director Andre de Toth’s turn of the century flick – set in New York City – bursts with gleaming horror camp. A mysterious man with a black hat and cape chases women in dark alleys. Unusual, suspicious equipment – including a huge, smoky cauldron – fill a secret lair. Police try to rescue a damsel in distress. A loyal assistant does not speak.  He only grunts, and his name is – you guessed it – Igor. Yes, “House of Wax”, starring the legendary Vincent Price, is…