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November 30, 1996 | 11:00PM PT Emanuel Levy Baillie Walsh’s “Mirror, Mirror” is a grimly disturbing documentary that probes the life of Consuela Cosmetic, a black transsexual who died of AIDS in March l996, during the film’s post-produc...


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Portrait of the last year of the life of famous New York drag queen Consuela Cosmetic.
A young woman inherits a mysterious antique mirror that reflects not only her image but also the dark secrets of her family's past. As she delves deeper into the mirror's power, she uncovers a disturbing connection to a series of unsolved murders. She must confront the malevolent entity within the mirror before it consumes her and unleashes its darkness upon the world.
Mirror, Mirror (1996) received a generally negative reception from critics, who largely dismissed it as a derivative and predictable horror film. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, with many finding the plot convoluted and the scares uninspired. The film failed to make a significant impact on the genre.
Criticized for its convoluted plot and reliance on horror clichés.
Praised by some for Karen Black's performance, though often overshadowed by the film's weaknesses.
Found to be an unoriginal and forgettable entry in the supernatural horror genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Mirror, Mirror are scarce, but those available generally reflect a lack of enthusiasm. Many viewers found the film to be slow-paced and lacking in genuine scares, with some suggesting it failed to live up to its supernatural premise.
The film was originally developed as a television movie before being released theatrically.
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November 30, 1996 | 11:00PM PT Emanuel Levy Baillie Walsh’s “Mirror, Mirror” is a grimly disturbing documentary that probes the life of Consuela Cosmetic, a black transsexual who died of AIDS in March l996, during the film’s post-produc...