A haunted portrait traps a woman's soul in a labyrinth of Civil War secrets.
THE OVAL PORTRAIT
There's just one problem with Genevive's funeral- SHE'S NOT DEAD!
A woman finds herself possessed by the soul of another woman trapped inside a painting.
Quick Answer
The Oval Portrait is a 1972 Mexican horror and mystery film directed by Rogelio A. González about a woman who becomes possessed by the soul of her cousin, trapped inside an oil portrait.
Programmer's Pick
Not every family portrait is meant for the parlor—some are best left behind closed doors. The Oval Portrait spins gothic chills from haunted art and Civil War-era skeletons, making inheritance the least of Lisa's problems.
— SassyFlix Programmer
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Why Cult
A woman becomes the vessel for her cousin's trapped soul after encountering an eerie oil painting.
The film weaves American Civil War elements into its supernatural tale, giving the haunted house an extra layer of historic intrigue.
Inheritance drama takes a chilling turn when possession and family secrets collide in a thunder-and-lightning-soaked estate.
Stormy nights, creaking halls, and spectral presences set a classic horror mood throughout Lisa's ordeal.
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Threat File
Reading of a will at the uncle’s home
Possession by a trapped soul in a portrait
Supernatural control over Lisa’s actions
Family mansion
Questions from the Vault
When was The Oval Portrait released? +
The Oval Portrait was released in 1972.
Who directed The Oval Portrait? +
The Oval Portrait was directed by Rogelio A. González.
How long is The Oval Portrait? +
The Oval Portrait has a runtime of 86 minutes.
What genre is The Oval Portrait? +
The Oval Portrait is a horror and mystery film.
Where can I watch The Oval Portrait? +
You can watch The Oval Portrait on SassyFlix.
How does Lisa Buckingham become possessed? +
Lisa is possessed by the soul of her cousin Rebecca, who is depicted and trapped inside an oil portrait at her uncle’s home.
