Unraveling the ‘Poltergeist Curse’: Tragic Deaths and Eerie Legends Haunt Spielberg’s Iconic Trilogy
Los Angeles — It was in 1982 when “Poltergeist,” infused with Steven Spielberg’s visionary flair and directed by Tobe Hooper, emerged as a gem in the domain of American horror cinema. Conceived with elements like eerily spirited televisions and closets sheltering wolf-beast demons, the film became an archetype of blockbuster horror. The narrative centers around the Freeling family, helmed by a charismatic Craig T. Nelson, whose tranquil suburban life in California is disrupted by relentless …