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Initiation
Zeus Studios is pleased to announce the selection of the 2001 Zeusman of the Year BRYCE PIERCE, and the availability of his first video in that capacity titled INITIATION is scheduled for the first week in May. Zeus customers have already made their appreciation of Bryce very clear in the sales popularity for Raging Stallion videos starring him. So with Raging Stallion's interest in Zeus "exclusive" Robert Black, and Zeus Studios' interest in Raging Stallion's "exclusive" Bryce Pierce, a formidable fetish video production alliance between the two studios has been established. Zeusboy Robert Black is also now a Raging Stallion "exclusive." And Raging Stallion has generously allowed Zeus to name their "exclusive" Bryce Pierce as our 2001 Zeusman of the Year.
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Plot Summary
A fraternity pledge dies during a violent initiation ritual. As his death is investigated, a dark secret surrounding the fraternity's past begins to surface. The remaining pledges find themselves in increasing danger as they uncover the terrifying truth behind their brotherhood.
Critical Reception
Initiation received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot predictable and the horror elements uninspired. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some viewers appreciating the attempt at a mystery-thriller within a fraternity setting, but most were disappointed by its execution.
What Reviewers Say
Lacked originality and relied heavily on tired horror tropes.
The mystery element was convoluted and the suspense failed to build effectively.
Performances were considered weak, contributing to the film's overall lack of impact.
Google audience: Google user reviews for 'Initiation' are scarce, but the limited feedback suggests audiences found the film to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre, citing a weak plot and poor pacing as main drawbacks.
Fun Fact
Director David S. Goyer also wrote the screenplay for the film, marking one of his early forays into directing horror.
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