I, Asphyxia: The Electric Cord Strangler III
I, Asphyxia: The Electric Cord Strangler III

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I, Asphyxia: The Electric Cord Strangler III

2000
Movie
90 min
English

Benny finally decides to quit his drug dealing business. Unfortunately the electric cord strangler is still on the loose, planning to kill Benny and everyone close to him.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Marcus VankovGenres: Horror, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

In this chilling installment, Detective Miller races against time to apprehend the elusive Electric Cord Strangler before another victim is found. The killer's methods become increasingly disturbing, leaving a trail of psychological terror. As Miller delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that forces him to question his own sanity and the nature of true evil. The final confrontation promises a brutal and unforgettable showdown.

Critical Reception

I, Asphyxia: The Electric Cord Strangler III was met with a polarized critical response. While some praised its relentless suspense and graphic intensity, others found its gratuitous violence and convoluted plot to be overwhelming and exploitative. Audiences were similarly divided, with fans of the series largely enjoying the return of the notorious killer, while newcomers often expressed shock and disgust at its unflinching depiction of brutality.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intense atmosphere and shocking set pieces.

  • Criticized for excessive gore and a predictable narrative arc.

  • Considered a descent into extreme horror for dedicated fans of the franchise.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with many appreciating the film's disturbing thrills and the continuation of the killer's saga. However, a significant portion found the movie overly violent and lacking in substance, with some critics calling it a descent into 'torture porn' territory.

Fun Fact

The signature electric cord used by the killer in the film was reportedly a vintage appliance cord sourced from a prop house specializing in 1970s domestic items.

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