THE VAULT

The Phantom Carriage (1921) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 7.9/100

Do the Dead Come Back? Can Your Soul Leave Your Body...And Return Again?

The Premise

An alcoholic, abusive ne'er-do-well is shown the error of his ways through a legend that dooms the last person to die on New Year's Eve before the clock strikes twelve to take the reins of Death's chariot and work tirelessly collecting fresh souls for the next year.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Supernatural Horror, Silent Film, Psychological, The Phantom Carriage taps into fundamental fears. The 7.9/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of new year's eve, based on novel or book, fight continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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