The Boneyard Collection
A quirky anthology, consisting of four separate short films connected by host segments. The first one, BOOGIE WITH THE UNDEAD, has an all girl rock band booked to play a gig in a town overrun by flesh-eating zombies. In the second one, THE DEVIL'S DUE AT MIDNIGHT, a coven of beautiful witches conjure up Brad Dourif as The Devil, and endures the inept attacks of witch killer Ken Foree. In the first long segment, HER MORBID DESIRES, an actress gets the lead role in a vampire movie, only to discover that starlets are being murdered on the set. The other long segment, CRY OF THE MUMMY, has the reincarnated mummy, formerly the last Pharaoh of the 4th Dynasty, looking to sue the movie studios because he can't get work as a mummy. His new lawyer offers to represent him as an agent, but the mummy will only work in film if he can direct.
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Plot Summary
A collection of horror short films that delve into various terrifying scenarios. The stories range from creature features to psychological thrillers, all unified by their macabre themes and shocking twists. Viewers are taken on a journey through different nightmares, each with its own unique brand of horror. The anthology format allows for diverse storytelling and a broad spectrum of frights.
Critical Reception
The Boneyard Collection received a generally mixed to negative reception. Critics often pointed to the inconsistent quality of the individual segments, with some segments being praised for their creativity while others were criticized for poor execution and acting. Audiences had a similar reaction, with the film finding a niche among hardcore horror fans who appreciate anthology formats, despite its flaws.
What Reviewers Say
- Inconsistent quality across its various segments.
- Lacks a cohesive narrative or strong directorial vision.
- Some segments offer moments of genuine creepiness, but they are few and far between.
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Fun Fact
The film features a variety of directors, with each segment often helmed by a different individual, contributing to its anthology nature and varied stylistic approaches.
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