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Tender Loving Care
A hair restoration doctor whose fresh-out-of-school nurses help him attract and maintain a clientele. The director plays a guy who wants to get the doctor evicted, and Rhonda Shear plays his dominatrix girlfriend.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, recovering from a traumatic car accident, moves into a remote house to recuperate. As strange occurrences begin to plague her, she starts to suspect that the house itself, or perhaps a sinister presence within it, is trying to drive her mad. Her sanity is tested as she unravels the dark secrets of her new home and confronts a terrifying reality.
Critical Reception
Tender Loving Care is a low-budget thriller that received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for its predictable plot and melodramatic tone. While some noted its attempt at creating suspense, many found it to be an uninspired entry in the genre, with performances and direction failing to elevate the material.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmosphere and suspenseful moments by some.
Criticized for a derivative plot and unconvincing performances by others.
Seen as a serviceable, if unoriginal, entry in the direct-to-video thriller market.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a lack of enthusiasm for the film, with many viewers finding it to be a forgettable thriller with dated production values.
Fun Fact
Director Fred Olen Ray is known for his prolific career in low-budget, direct-to-video genre films, often working within tight schedules and budgets.
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