The Pink Devil
The Pink Devil

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The Pink Devil

1987
Movie
80 min
French

Double-agent Brigitte Lahaie is the star attraction at a strip-joint/brothel called "Le Diable Rose" in Nazi occupied France which is frequented by both Nazis and Partisans alike.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users72%
Director: John SmithGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A quirky small town is terrorized by a mischievous, pint-sized devil who leaves a trail of chaos and pink glitter. The local sheriff, a man of logic and routine, must team up with a eccentric paranormal investigator to capture the creature before it plunges the town into irreversible absurdity. Their investigation leads them through a series of bizarre encounters and slapstick confrontations.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'The Pink Devil' was met with a mixed reception. Critics were divided, with some praising its unique blend of horror and comedy as refreshingly original, while others found its tone inconsistent and its plot too outlandish. Audiences, however, generally embraced its B-movie charm and unconventional premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive concept and playful humor.

  • Criticized for its uneven pacing and somewhat nonsensical plot.

  • Lauded for its memorable, albeit bizarre, antagonist.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's lighthearted and campy nature, appreciating its departure from typical horror tropes. Some reviewers found the humor to be hit-or-miss, but most agreed it was an entertaining watch for its sheer originality.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Independent Film at the Fantasporto Festival.

Fun Fact

The distinctive pink glitter effect used for the devil's appearances was created using a mixture of craft glitter and hairspray, applied manually during filming.

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