Tattoo

A young woman is pursued by a relentless, deranged tattoo artist who believes she is destined to be his masterpiece. He stalks her through the city, employing increasingly violent methods to capture her and complete his macabre vision. The woman must fight for her survival against this obsessive and dangerous individual.

Tattoo (also known as "The Tattooist") received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. While some critics acknowledged the attempts at suspense and the performances, many found the film to be derivative, gratuitously violent, and lacking in originality. It has since gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts.

• The film is often criticized for its excessive gore and thin plot.
• Some viewers appreciate its gritty atmosphere and the unsettling performance by Bruce Dern.
• It is frequently seen as an exploitation film that tries to capitalize on the slasher craze of the era.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally lean towards disappointment, with many finding the film unpleasant and unoriginal. A small segment of viewers enjoy it as a cult B-movie horror flick.

John Carpenter was originally slated to direct "Tattoo" but dropped out early in pre-production due to creative differences, with Bob Shaye taking over.