In Crimson Peak , Edith Cushing 's mother has passed away recently .
In Buffalo , New York , 1887 , American heiress Edith Cushing ( Mia Wasikowska ) is the young daughter of wealthy businessman Carter Cushing ( Jim Beaver ) , is visited by her mother 's black , disfigured ghost who warns her , `` Beware of Crimson Peak .
Crimson Peak