Daemon
11-year-old Nick moves into a large old house with his sisters Jennie and Clare, left in the care of Helga the Swedish au pair while their parents are away in America. Nick is unhappy at his new school, where he is befriended by a boy named Sam and intimidated by scripture teacher Mr. Crabb, who is interested in the occult and demonology. Nick hears voices in the house and receives messages on his computer screen; he also suffers inexplicable blisters on his feet and grazes on his elbows and knees. When he dreams of burning and wakes up in a bed full of ashes, Nick tells a psychiatrist that he feels he is possessed by a demon.
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Plot Summary
A young teacher, Arthur, takes a job at a remote boarding school in rural Louisiana. Upon arrival, he notices strange occurrences and a growing sense of unease among the students and faculty. He soon discovers that the school is haunted by a malevolent entity that feeds on the fear and despair of its inhabitants.
Critical Reception
Daemon (1985) received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often being cited for its predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some appreciated its atmospheric horror elements, many found it to be a forgettable entry in the horror genre of the mid-80s.
What Reviewers Say
- Often described as a standard haunted house/possession film with little innovation.
- Criticized for its slow burn that doesn't quite pay off with sufficient scares or originality.
- Some found the rural Louisiana setting and the sense of isolation to be its strongest elements.
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Fun Fact
Despite its low profile, 'Daemon' was released during a period when many low-budget horror films were being produced, and it shares thematic similarities with other supernatural thrillers of the era.
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