Demon Is on the Island
An epidemic of appliance madness unrelated to discount sales strikes an island off the coast of France: the islanders are being murderously attacked by ovens and refrigerators acquired in the same department store. Enter the young Dr. Gabrielle Martin (Anny Duperey), who arrives here to escape her own personal tragedy and instead lands in the middle of the kitchen mania. She tracks down the cause of the rapidly spreading epidemic to another doctor on the island — quite as insane as any of the kitchen appliances (if the comparison could be made) — and finds that the villainous doctor and the appliances have a most unusual link. Graphic scenes of mutilation by an oven, as one example, leave nothing much to the imagination in this film, but the interpretations of actors Anny Duperey and Jean-Claude Brialy as the good and evil doctors are excellent.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a young boy who lives with his family on an island and his relationship with a mysterious creature he encounters. It explores themes of childhood innocence, friendship, and the unknown.
Critical Reception
Demon Is on the Island received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric qualities and the performances of its young cast. However, some found its pacing to be slow and its narrative somewhat elusive.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its evocative atmosphere and dreamlike quality.
- Some found the story to be too abstract and lacking a clear resolution.
- The performances, particularly from the child actors, were frequently highlighted.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available often comment on its unique, almost mythical storytelling and its impact on a younger audience.
Fun Fact
The film was shot on location on a small island off the coast of Brittany, France, contributing to its distinctive and isolated atmosphere.
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