Haunted Mansion

The events take place in the modern era, with some flashbacks to the late 19th or early 20th century when William Gracey and Alistair Crump's stories occurred. The use of modern technology, such as cameras and sketch artists, situates the story in current times, while the haunted locations have histories stretching back over a century.

The story unfolds across multiple iconic locations. The movie begins in the vibrant city of New Orleans, known for its lively culture, jazz music, and historic architecture. It then shifts to Gracey Manor, a haunted mansion with a dark history tied to its original owner, William Gracey. Finally, the antagonist's estate, Crump Manor, is revealed as a cursed, abandoned estate with a tragic past linked to Alistair Crump's sinister deeds.

👻 Haunting

The film explores ghosts, spirits, and the supernatural, emphasizing the lingering presence of the past and unresolved grief. The haunted mansion and the spirits trapped within highlight themes of memory, regret, and the desire for closure. The story underscores the idea that some spirits remain tethered to the mortal world due to unfinished business.

💔 Loss and Grief

A central theme is grief, demonstrated through the characters' struggles with loss—Ben's mourning of Alyssa, Gracey's regret over Eleanor's death, and other spirits' unresolved sadness. The narrative explores how grief can manifest as hauntings and how confronting it can lead to redemption or eternal entrapment.

⚠️ Courage and Redemption

The characters face frightening encounters and confront their fears to confront the evil spirits. Ben's journey from skeptic to hero embodies themes of courage, sacrifice, and the pursuit of redemption, ultimately breaking the cycle of darkness and freeing the trapped spirits.