Crooked House

Crooked House, a classic Agatha Christie mystery, primarily evokes **Curiosity** as the audience is drawn into the intricate 'whodunit' puzzle surrounding Aristide Leonides' murder. This is closely followed by **Anticipation** as the investigation unfolds, revealing new suspects and twists. **Anxiety** is present due to the hostile family dynamics and the personal stakes for the detective, Charles Hayward, especially given his past relationship with a key suspect. The film builds towards a significant **Surprise** with the revelation of the killer, a hallmark of Christie's work. Finally, **Empathy** is felt for the characters caught in the web of deceit and tragedy within the dysfunctional family.