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Mirror of Flesh
A mirror bought in an auction changes the life of an executive and his wife. They become sexually aroused under the influence of the strange object, which belonged to a bordello in the past. Soon the friends who come to pay a visit also become affected by it.
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Plot Summary
In the remote wilderness, a group of friends on a camping trip stumble upon a strange, pulsating object that appears to be a meteorite. As they examine it, they find themselves drawn into its bizarre influence. Soon, terrifying transformations and gruesome deaths begin to plague the group, as the object seems to have a sinister agenda of its own.
Critical Reception
Mirror of Flesh is a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a cult following for its unsettling atmosphere and practical effects, despite its limited distribution and uneven narrative. It is often cited as an example of late 80s creature features.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its ambitious practical effects and creepy creature design.
Criticized for its slow pacing and thin character development.
Considered a memorable, albeit flawed, entry in the sci-fi horror genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's niche status, but those available often highlight its effective use of gore and suspense for its budget, while some find the plot predictable.
Fun Fact
The distinctive, pulsating 'meteorite' prop in the film was reportedly created using household materials and a lot of imagination by the film's low-budget effects team.
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