Burnt Offerings

(1976) If you've ever had a house you felt was sucking the life out of you, this "charming" tale by Dan ("Dark Shadows") Curtis and company will give you pause. The Rolf family get a remarkable deal on a summer rental at the old Allardyce house, only to learn there's a nasty catch to this restive "restful retreat". Like a certain other establishment of song, it seems you can "check out", but you WON'T be leaving...

With a cast that includes Karen Black, Oliver Reed, Bette Davis and Burgess Meredith, you know it's going to be a sinister summer.