Chemical Wedding
Chemical Wedding

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Chemical Wedding

2008
Movie
106 min
English

A shy, stuttering professor brings satanist Aleister Crowley back to life.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Director: Jake ScottGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

The film follows the journey of a troubled Cambridge professor who, haunted by the death of his twin brother and the disappearance of his lover, delves into the world of alchemy and mysticism. He becomes entangled with a charismatic cult leader and a beautiful young woman, leading him on a path of self-discovery and dangerous secrets.

Critical Reception

Chemical Wedding received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised its ambitious themes and atmospheric visuals, many found the plot convoluted and the execution lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its unique premise and others finding it overly dense and unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric visuals and ambitious thematic exploration.

  • Criticized for a convoluted and difficult-to-follow narrative.

  • Some found the performances compelling, while others felt the film was too abstract.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews and their specific likes/dislikes for 'Chemical Wedding' is not readily available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was notable for being one of the last projects to feature the legendary actor Sir Laurence Olivier in an archival capacity, with his image and voice being used posthumously.

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