The House of Dies Drear (1984)

This eerie ghost story with a twist reaches back o the days of slavery and underground railroads. Spooky antics begin when a modern-day black family moves into a historic old house that seems to be haunted by murdered abolitionist Dies Drear. Dramatic special effects help build suspense as Walter Small and his son Thomas seek to discover the secrets of the legendary haunted house. Featuring an award-winning cast: Oscar nominee Howard Rollins, Jr. (Ragtime, A Soldiers Story), Emmy nominee Moses Gunn (Roots), Shavar Ross (Booker, Different Strokes), and Joe Seneca (A Time to Kill, Malcom X ).

Review for Dies Drear

The book came exactly in the shape the seller said that it would. It arrived very quickly also. December 21, 2007

Dies Drear

The product was of excellent quality. The product was received quickly from time of purchase. I was very pleased and would certainly consider purchasing other products from this site. July 5, 2006

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This is a very strange movie with elements of history, some comedy and horror. I remembered being scared of it as a kid, and as an adult I can still appreciate this film.

It's basically the story of a young black man and his family who move into a historic house that was owned by Dies Drear, a Dutch abolitionist who hid slaves and helped them escape to freedom. There is a rumored treasure hidden somewhere on the land. The family soon begins to suspect that the ghosts of slaves who passed through there are haunting the house when they meet a strange man who seems to know many secrets.
February 13, 2006

Great family fun

I had never heard of this movie before; then one day when I was Substiute teaching, teh class was watching this. The kids Loved it; and I was interested too. I unfortunately didn't get to see the rest; but the next year In my own class room; I tracked this movie down. My students LOVED it. Scary enough to be fun; but family friendly. The effects are low budget; but this is great and educational.
I reccomend this for anyone who likes to watch fun Kid level Scary movies; this is GREAT. Also check out "Something Wicked This Way Comes." October 25, 2005

Pretty good book to movie adaptation

This movie isnt half bad, but the book is better. If you liked this movie even just a little do yourself a favour and read the book and some others by Virginia Hamilton. January 3, 2005

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