House of Sin
House of Sin

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House of Sin

1982
Movie
Adult · 18+
71 min
English

Pretty young Evangeline Parker finds herself stuck on the side of the road after her car breaks down. Parker gets a ride from the sinister Marbus, who turns out to be the leader of a cult of depraved carnal freaks who reside in an old rundown house. Will Parker find a way to escape from the house of sin?

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Ulli LommelGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits a remote estate and soon discovers a dark family secret involving her grandfather's disturbing past. As she delves deeper into the history of the house, she uncovers a series of macabre events and a sinister presence that begins to haunt her. She must confront the horrifying truth before she becomes the next victim of the 'House of Sin'.

Critical Reception

House of Sin received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often being cited as an example of exploitation horror with a gratuitous and sensationalist approach. While some appreciated its attempt at psychological horror and gothic atmosphere, many found the plot underdeveloped and the violence excessive and poorly executed. Audience reception was similarly divided, with fans of extreme horror sometimes appreciating its controversial nature, while mainstream audiences often found it disturbing and lacking in substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Panned for its gratuitous violence and exploitative themes.

  • Criticized for a weak plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Some noted a fleeting attempt at atmospheric horror, but it was largely overshadowed by its sensationalism.

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Fun Fact

The film is known for its controversial and graphic content, which led to distribution difficulties and censorship in some regions upon its release.

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