It is the heyday of wonder and it is no surprise it's roots are in Paris. In the dark lonely alleys, amid the wet streets of the heart of the city, a dark cloaked figure follows a beautiful woman. To say she is beautiful is to understate her natural qualities, but to further add that such beauty has attracted the most sinister and diabolical madman in Paris is also understating the danger or his intent. Such is background of the incredible black story entitle; "The House of Wax." Vincent Price, plays Prof. Henry Jarrod an artistic genius who boosts his collection of famous, historical wax-works, are the most unique in all the world. It is no idle boost, as his house contains more than just legendary wax figures from the pages of history, they also contain enough secrets that police Lt. Tom Brennan (Frank Lovejoy) finds more than interesting. Together with Sgt. Jim Shane (Dabbs Greer) there is more sinister mystery in the museum than either suspect. Price plays his role to the hilt as does his dutiful side kick " Igor" (Charles Bronsen) which audience will instantly recognize. Together they terrify audience while preparing their evil craft. On completion, they seek their prize, the beloved French beauty, Marie Antoinette, who is to be their crowning achievement. ****
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