Movie spotlight
Fingered
One of Richard Kern’s most ambitious works is Fingered (1986), whose sarcastic disclaimer says “although it is not our sole intention to shock, insult, or irritate, you have been warned that we are catering only to our own preferences.” The film came about following the criticism of Kern and Lydia Lunch's first collaborative venture: The Right Side of My Brain (1984).
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Plot Summary
A group of young people are stalked and terrorized by a masked killer. The victims are picked off one by one in a series of increasingly brutal and graphic encounters. The film explores themes of paranoia and helplessness as the protagonists desperately try to survive the night.
Critical Reception
Fingered is a notorious and controversial slasher film, often criticized for its extreme violence and gratuitous content. While it has a cult following among fans of exploitation and extreme horror, it is generally panned by mainstream critics for its lack of narrative coherence and artistic merit, being considered one of the more disturbing entries in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Notorious for its graphic violence and disturbing subject matter.
Lacks narrative depth and is primarily driven by shock value.
Considered an extreme example of the slasher genre, appealing only to a niche audience.
Google audience: Audience reception is extremely polarized due to the film's graphic and disturbing nature. Many viewers find it repulsive and exploitative, while a small cult following appreciates its extreme horror elements.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for its extreme gore and controversial subject matter, making it a difficult watch even for seasoned horror fans, and it has been subject to bans and censorship in various regions.
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