Escape from Death
Escape from Death

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Escape from Death

1989
Movie
95 min
Italian

Anne is convinced she has found her husband's corpse, but Dr. Mark can only find out that the man has gone home. When he comes back, his wife does not trust Mark, who believes she suffers from schizophrenia.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Joe D'AmatoGenres: Horror, Slasher

Plot Summary

A group of young people on a camping trip in the woods find themselves stalked by a masked killer. As they try to survive the night, they realize that the killer seems to know their deepest fears. The isolated setting and dwindling numbers make escape seem increasingly impossible.

Critical Reception

Escape from Death is a low-budget slasher film that garnered little attention upon its release and has remained a cult curiosity among fans of the genre. It is generally considered to be a forgettable entry in the crowded 1980s horror landscape, often criticized for its predictable plot and execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak script and uninspired direction.

  • Lacks the scares and tension expected from a slasher film.

  • Presents generic horror tropes with little originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's obscurity, but those that exist often point to it being a tedious watch with poor acting and effects.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Italian exploitation filmmaker Joe D'Amato, known for his prolific work in various adult and horror genres.

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