Hypnotized! By The Hypnotic Cube
Laura Giglio and Debbie D play two roommates, Serena and Rebecca, respectively. Prior to going to a party, Serena shows Rebecca a “hypnotic cube” that she picked up at a flea market. Playing around, Rebecca agrees to be hypnotized. But once Rebecca is under her control, Serena has revenge on her mind. Serena blames Rebecca for stealing her boyfriend away from her. After forcing her “friend” to do a number of embarrassing things, Serena plants a post-hypnotic suggestion that when Rebecca hears the phone ring, she will take her gun out of the desk drawer, put it in her mouth, and pull the trigger. But things aren´t quite what they seem and Serena has the tables turned on her. Rebecca then has her revenge when she forces Serena to kiss her feet, beg like a dog, and experience being suffocated and burned alive! However, a third party enters the picture, that of Rebecca’s psychiatrist. What will he do when learns about the “hypnotic cube”?
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck detective is hired to investigate a series of bizarre disappearances linked to a mysterious hypnotic cube. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself increasingly ensnared by the cube's strange powers. He must race against time to uncover the truth behind the disappearances before he, too, succumbs to the cube's hypnotic influence.
Critical Reception
Hypnotized! By The Hypnotic Cube received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the humor falling flat. While some performances were noted as trying their best, the film's overall execution was deemed lacking.
What Reviewers Say
- The film struggles with a weak script and an uninspired premise.
- The comedic elements are largely unsuccessful, often feeling forced.
- Despite a few decent performances, the overall pacing and narrative coherence are problematic.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Hypnotized! By The Hypnotic Cube are scarce, but those available indicate a general lack of engagement with the film's story and humor, with many finding it forgettable.
Fun Fact
The film was based on a lesser-known short story by an obscure British author, and the producers aimed for a quirky, stylized aesthetic that ultimately didn't fully land with audiences.
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