The Cursed
The Cursed

The Cursed

1979Movie118 minArabic

Egyptian Adaption Of the great play "King lear" by William Shakespeare.

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IMDb5.3/10
Director: Frank De FelittaGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A successful but emotionally distant husband and father begins to experience increasingly disturbing supernatural events after his wife leaves him. These events escalate from strange noises and apparitions to violent manifestations, leading him to believe his family is being targeted by a malevolent entity. He must confront his own past traumas and his fractured relationships to protect himself and his loved ones from the growing horror.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Cursed' received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its pacing slow and its plot predictable, despite some praise for its atmospheric tension and Beau Bridges' performance. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its supernatural horror elements while others felt it failed to deliver on its premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at atmospheric horror and Beau Bridges' committed performance.
  • Criticized for a sluggish pace and a narrative that felt overly familiar.
  • Some found the supernatural elements effective, while others felt they were underdeveloped.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a mixed opinion, with some finding the film suspenseful and creepy, while others found it disappointing or unremarkable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a feature-length television film but was later re-edited and released theatrically.

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