Inferno
Inferno

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Inferno

1992
Movie
52 min
English

A young English author is having trouble finishing his latest work. He needs to "avoid distractions, particularly of the female kind." To achieve this, he tries to find a quiet place in Italy to write. However, he is continually beset by beautiful nude or scantily dressed women, played by several well-known (super)models.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: HaynesGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A young woman moves into a new apartment in Rome and discovers it is one of four entrances to Hell. Strange occurrences and escalating violence plague her as she tries to uncover the building's dark history. A mysterious woman and a host of demonic forces seem determined to drive her to madness or death.

Critical Reception

Inferno (1992) is a lesser-known horror film that garnered a mixed-to-negative reception. While some appreciated its atmospheric dread and surreal imagery, many critics found its plot convoluted and its scares ineffective. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some enjoying its gialli-esque elements and others dismissing it as nonsensical.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking but narratively weak, with an often confusing plot.

  • Relies heavily on atmosphere and unsettling imagery, but lacks substantial horror elements.

  • A cult curiosity that may appeal to fans of Italian horror, but generally considered a disappointment.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for Inferno (1992) is not readily available, but general audience reception appears to be niche, with some appreciating its unique style while others found it bewildering.

Fun Fact

While often associated with Dario Argento due to its giallo-like themes and visual style, 'Inferno' (1992) was actually directed by Haynes and is a distinct film from Argento's 1980 film of the same name.

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