The 1982 classic Poltergeist is now considered a masterpiece of modern American horror by fans and critics alike, but the real-life fallout from the film has a darkness all of its own

A blockbuster Steven Spielberg horror film was supposedly “cursed” - with four cast members dying after filming and mystery surrounding some of its creepy props.

The 1982 classic Poltergeist focuses on a suburban family in Los Angeles whose comfortable life takes a terrifying turn when paranormal forces begin to toy with their new home. Now considered a masterpiece of modern American horror, the real-life fallout from the film has a darkness all of its own - including a string of tragic deaths, bizarre on-set incidents, and talk of a “curse”.

Dominique Dunne, who played teenage sister Dana in the origina

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