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**_What happens if the respected minister turns out to be… a psycho?_**
In the greater London area, a young woman (Susan Penhaligon) is disturbed by the unethical practices of a Catholic priest (Anthony Sharp). Stephanie Beacham plays he...
House of Mortal Sin
1976Movie104 minEnglish
A troubled young girl goes to confession at the local church. Unfortunately, the sexually frustrated priest she confesses to becomes obsessed with her. At first, the priest stalks the girl, but later it is revealed that he will stop at nothing, including blackmail and murder, just to get close to her.
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IMDb5.3/10
Director: William Fruet•Genres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Plot Summary
A disgraced former priest becomes obsessed with a young woman who is about to be married, believing her to be the reincarnation of his mother. He kidnaps her and attempts to force her into a dark ritual, while her fiancé and his friends race against time to save her.
Critical Reception
House of Mortal Sin was met with mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its convoluted plot and gratuitous violence. While some appreciated its attempt at psychological horror, many found it to be a schlocky and uninspired entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric tension and some genuinely disturbing imagery.
- Criticized for a nonsensical plot that struggles to maintain coherence.
- Noted for Alice Cooper's surprisingly effective, albeit brief, performance.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely polarized, with some finding it a cult classic for its unique brand of horror and others dismissing it as overly campy and poorly executed.
Fun Fact
Alice Cooper, the legendary rock musician, makes a memorable appearance as a cult leader who is ultimately killed by the film's antagonist.
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