Crazy Spirit
Crazy Spirit

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Crazy Spirit

1987
Movie
82 min
Cantonese

A buddhist priest trying to exorcise suburban home.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: DonahueGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of scientists travel to a remote island to investigate a mysterious phenomenon that causes people to become violent and irrational. As they delve deeper into the island's secrets, they discover that the phenomenon is caused by an ancient spirit that possesses anyone who comes into contact with it. The scientists must find a way to appease the spirit before they, too, succumb to its madness.

Critical Reception

Crazy Spirit received a largely negative reception from critics and audiences, with many citing its predictable plot, weak acting, and poor special effects as major drawbacks. It has since gained a cult following among some horror enthusiasts for its unintentional camp value.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics widely panned the film for its nonsensical plot and lack of originality.

  • The acting was often described as wooden and unconvincing.

  • The low-budget special effects were a frequent target of criticism.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but available comments generally echo critical sentiment, highlighting the film's poor quality and lack of entertainment value.

Fun Fact

Despite its poor reception, the film has been noted by some for its ambitious, though ultimately unsuccessful, attempt at psychological horror within a limited budget.

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