The Curse
The Curse

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The Curse

1988
Movie
88 min
German

When a young family, father, mother and their daughter, is on a trip in the mountains, they lose orientation and have to stay there for the night. The daughter finds a dead young girl who does exactly look like herself. When they check for mountain rescue service they suddenly find themselves deeply involved in an local myth about a prophecy which seems to be fulfilling now. The mountains are bearing an old curse.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: David KeithGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A small, isolated town is terrorized by an alien virus that animates the dead and causes mutations. A group of survivors, including a doctor and a troubled teenager, must fight to contain the outbreak before it consumes them all. As the infection spreads, the line between the living and the undead blurs, leading to a desperate struggle for survival against a horrifying, otherworldly menace.

Critical Reception

The Curse is a cult classic horror film that has gained a following for its B-movie charm and gruesome effects. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it is appreciated by fans of 80s horror for its unique premise and over-the-top scares.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creative creature designs and gore.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and uneven pacing.

  • Enjoyed by fans of low-budget 80s horror.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some appreciating its campy horror elements and others finding it dated and uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Feeding the Beast' and was intended to be a more serious horror film before production issues led to significant rewrites and a shift in tone.

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