Nightmares
A collection of short stories. In one a woman who leaves her house late at night to drive to the store while a killer is loose encounters some problems. In the second an arcade whiz kid's obsession with a game leads to deadly consequences. In the third a small town priest loses his faith and decides to leave town, but in the desert is stalked by a mysterious black pick-up truck. In the final story, a family's problem with a rat is larger than they think.
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Plot Summary
This anthology film presents four distinct horror stories, each exploring different facets of fear and the supernatural. The segments include a story about a woman terrorized by her car, a tale of a video game that bleeds into reality, a creepy encounter with a priest, and a children's story that turns sinister.
Critical Reception
Nightmares received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and creative concepts, others found the individual segments uneven in quality and impact. It has since gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts for its unique blend of psychological and supernatural horror.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious anthology format and some genuinely creepy moments.
- Criticized for inconsistent pacing and the varying quality of its segments.
- Notable for its attempts at psychological horror within the anthology structure.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Nightmares' to be a moderately entertaining horror film, appreciating the variety of stories presented. Some viewers enjoyed the darker, more unsettling tales, while others felt that the execution didn't always live up to the potential of its premises.
Fun Fact
The segment 'The Bishop of Battle' features an early performance by Emilio Estevez, who would go on to become a prominent actor in films like 'The Breakfast Club' and 'St. Elmo's Fire'.
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