The Girl from the Red Cabaret
The Girl from the Red Cabaret

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The Girl from the Red Cabaret

1973
Movie
91 min
Spanish

Harvey hires Mary to seduce his rival Larry and help him gain his revenge. But Maria and Larry fall in love and things become complicated.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: José Mojica MarinsGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A lonely undertaker, obsessed with death and decay, attempts to find love and companionship. He believes that the only way to achieve this is by bringing his deceased lovers back to life. His macabre experiments, however, lead to increasingly bizarre and grotesque outcomes, blending horror with dark humor.

Critical Reception

The film is a cult classic, particularly among fans of Brazilian horror and exploitation cinema. It is often cited for its unique, low-budget aesthetic and Mojica's distinctive directorial style, blending shocking imagery with a peculiar sense of humor. While not widely reviewed by mainstream critics upon release, it has gained a dedicated following over the years.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique and bizarre horror-comedy blend.

  • A cult favorite for its distinctive low-budget, surreal style.

  • Recognized as a significant work in Brazilian exploitation cinema.

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Fun Fact

José Mojica Marins, the director and star, also created the iconic character Zé do Caixão (Coffin Joe), which he would continue to portray in numerous films, becoming a significant figure in Brazilian horror cinema.

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