Demon Lover
Jenny Harris has a rather difficult time with the men in her life: her husband is an abusive clown who cheats on her, and her boss is a rude jerk. Her new neighbor Rebecca proposes that finding herself a fantasy lover is the way to solve her problems. A little séance later, and Jenny does in fact have her very own dream lover. Despite him being a beer-bellied guy with a creepy face, he seems rather irresistible and at first improves Jenny's mood quite a bit. What our heroine doesn't suspect is that her dream lover is in fact an incubus.
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Plot Summary
A popular TV actress, driven by guilt over her past, becomes the target of a mysterious stalker who claims to be the reincarnation of her deceased lover. As the torment escalates, she begins to question her sanity and the reality of the supernatural entity pursuing her. The film delves into psychological suspense and the blurring lines between reality and delusion.
Critical Reception
Demon Lover received a largely negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot, uneven pacing, and unimpressive special effects. While some appreciated the attempt at psychological horror, the execution was generally seen as falling short of its potential, leading to it being considered a B-movie entry in the horror genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Criticized for its confusing narrative and lack of genuine scares.
- The performances were often deemed uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
- Special effects were considered dated even for its release year.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Demon Lover are scarce, but generally reflect a sentiment of disappointment, with viewers often finding the plot difficult to follow and the horror elements lacking. It is typically regarded as a forgettable entry in the 90s horror scene.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of direct-to-video horror movies in the early 1990s, a market Ulli Lommel was quite active in during that period.
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