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Some great cinematography early on, the score is consistently nice and the creative/gory deaths are enjoyable to watch. Sadly, that's about it.
The acting in <em>'Tulpa – Demon of Desire'</em> isn't the best, though I don't actually blam...
Tulpa - Demon of Desire
2012Movie84 minItalian
Lisa Boeri is at the top of her corporate career. At night she frequents the notorious Club Tulpa, owned by a mysterious Tibetan guru. Unshackled from repression and guilt, Lisa will do anything with any stranger to attain a higher consciousness. However, when her lovers start getting murdered in shocking ways, Lisa can’t go to the police because the scandal would impact her day job. Foolishly she tries to unmask the assassin herself, with truly nightmarish consequences.
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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Federico Zampaglione•Genres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery
Plot Summary
A young advertising executive becomes entangled in a series of brutal murders linked to a clandestine sex club and a mysterious woman known as the "Tulpa." As he delves deeper into this dark world, he finds himself questioning his sanity and the reality of the terrifying entity that seems to be guiding the killer's hand.
Critical Reception
Tulpa - Demon of Desire received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot convoluted and its execution lacking. While some appreciated its attempts at psychological horror and giallo-inspired visuals, others criticized its pacing, underdeveloped characters, and reliance on shock value.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric visuals and attempt at a giallo revival.
- Criticized for a confusing plot and unsatisfying resolutions.
- Some found the erotic thriller elements intriguing, while others deemed them gratuitous.
Google audience: Audience reception for Tulpa - Demon of Desire is largely negative, with many viewers citing a nonsensical plot, lack of genuine scares, and poor acting as major drawbacks. The film's explicit content was also a point of contention for many.
Fun Fact
The film is the directorial debut of Federico Zampaglione, the lead singer and songwriter of the popular Italian rock band Tiromancino.
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