CreepTales
CreepTales

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CreepTales

1989
Movie
105 min
English

On Halloween night, two shabby, dimwitted hunchbacks dig up the anthology horror video CreepTales that was buried with their Uncle Munger, and show it to their dimwitted monster friends.Filming began in 1986 and was finished in 1989, but the video was never released until 2004.

Insights

IMDb4.5/10
Director: VariousGenres: Horror, Anthology

Plot Summary

CreepTales is an anthology horror film featuring a series of unsettling and often bizarre tales. The segments explore themes of the supernatural, psychological horror, and dark fantasy, each culminating in a shocking or disturbing twist. The film weaves together disparate narratives, united by their focus on fear and the uncanny.

Critical Reception

CreepTales received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, with critics often citing its inconsistent quality across its various segments. While some praised its ambitious attempts at diverse horror subgenres, many found the execution lacking, with issues ranging from weak storytelling to low production values. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its campy B-movie charm and others dismissing it as forgettable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its variety of horror themes, though often criticized for uneven execution.

  • Some found entertainment in its low-budget, campy aesthetic.

  • Felt like a collection of underdeveloped ideas rather than a cohesive film.

Google audience: Audience reviews for CreepTales are scarce, but those available often highlight its status as a relic of late 80s low-budget horror, with some viewers enjoying its nostalgic, schlocky elements while others found it too amateurish and uninspired.

Fun Fact

Despite its anthology format, the film was produced by a relatively small independent studio, which contributed to its varied and sometimes inconsistent visual styles and production quality across the different segments.

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