Sweet Scent of Eros
Sweet Scent of Eros

Sweet Scent of Eros

1973Movie75 minJapanese

Yukie, Koichi and Akira are rogues looking for a place to crash. They move into a house which Etsuko (Kaori Momoi) inherited from her parents. Soon after getting settled, the hippies slip into a communal lifestyle. They eat, have sex, and generally share everything together.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Al AdamsonGenres: Horror, Crime

Plot Summary

A deranged scientist experiments with artificial insemination, creating a monstrous human-woman. This creature is unleashed upon the unsuspecting public, leaving a trail of terror and death. As the body count rises, a detective races against time to stop the carnage and capture the horrifying entity before it strikes again.

Critical Reception

Sweet Scent of Eros, also known as 'Dracula vs. Frankenstein' or 'Blood Bath of the Vampire,' is a low-budget exploitation horror film that received largely negative reviews. It is often cited as an example of Al Adamson's distinctive, albeit schlocky, directorial style, which focused on sensationalism and gore within a limited budget. Audiences familiar with this genre and director might appreciate its campy elements, but mainstream critics generally panned it for its weak plot, poor acting, and exploitative nature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sheer audacity and camp value by cult film enthusiasts.
  • Criticized for its nonsensical plot and amateurish execution.
  • Often seen as a prime example of 1970s exploitation cinema.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's niche status, but those available often highlight its B-movie charm and unintentional humor, while others find it to be an unwatchable, gratuitous mess.

Fun Fact

The film's convoluted production history led to it being released under multiple titles, including 'Dracula vs. Frankenstein' and 'Blood Bath of the Vampire,' often confusing audiences and critics alike.

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