Cute Devil
While Ryoko is in Vienna studying music, her boyfriend dies in a traffic accident. Ryoko believes that she has psychic powers which killed him, and when she returns to Japan she is sent to a mental hospital. While recovering, her brother-in-law, Kouji, decides to look after her, and she goes to his house to act as a governess for Kouji's sister Keiko's daughter, Alice – who Ryoko becomes increasingly sure had something to do with her sister Fuyuko’s death.
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Plot Summary
A young man inherits a peculiar farm where the animals are unusually intelligent and seem to be engaged in a strange cult. He soon discovers that the farm is the site of an ancient pact with a demonic entity, and the animals are its sinister servants. As the malevolent forces grow stronger, he must find a way to break the curse before he becomes the next sacrifice.
Critical Reception
Cute Devil was largely panned by critics upon its release, with many finding its horror elements unconvincing and its comedic attempts falling flat. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film struggling to find a significant following.
What Reviewers Say
- The film suffers from a nonsensical plot and underdeveloped characters.
- Attempts at humor are awkward, and the horror sequences lack genuine scares.
- The low budget is apparent, contributing to a cheap and uninspired presentation.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a bizarre and forgettable entry in the horror-comedy genre, with many citing its poor execution and lack of coherence as primary drawbacks.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a more serious horror film but was significantly altered during production to include comedic elements, which many critics felt was to its detriment.
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