Dance with Death
Dance with Death

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Dance with Death

1992
Movie
90 min
English

A string of murders at a local strip joint gives a reporter the chance to do an undercover investigation. She gets a job as a stripper at the establishment, where she befriends some of the other women, who know more about what is happening than they have publicly admitted. As she gets closer to the truth, her life is put in jeopardy.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Kevin TenneyGenres: Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of young people travel to Eastern Europe to investigate the legend of a medieval plague doctor and his deadly curse. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they awaken an ancient evil that begins to pick them off one by one, forcing them to confront their own fears and the terrifying reality of the curse.

Critical Reception

Dance with Death received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. However, some genre fans appreciated its atmospheric setting and the practical effects used.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a weak script and relies heavily on jump scares.

  • The Eastern European setting offers some atmospheric potential, but it's underutilized.

  • Performances are generally forgettable, contributing to the film's overall lack of impact.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available suggest it's a forgettable entry in the horror genre, often criticized for its slow pace and lack of originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Lithuania, providing a unique and somewhat eerie backdrop that director Kevin Tenney aimed to exploit for its gothic atmosphere.

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