Clowntergeist
Clowntergeist

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Clowntergeist

2017
Movie
80 min
English

Emma, a college student with a crippling fear of clowns, must come face to face with her worst fear when an evil spirit in the body of a clown is summoned terrorizing the town she calls home.

Insights

IMDb4.4/10
Director: Dustin MillsGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A young woman named Clara buys an old clown doll from a thrift store, unaware of its murderous intentions. The doll, controlled by a vengeful spirit, begins to terrorize Clara and her friends, leading to a series of gruesome and darkly comedic events. Clara must find a way to stop the malevolent clown before it claims more victims.

Critical Reception

Clowntergeist garnered a mixed reception, largely noted for its low-budget charm and intentionally campy horror elements. While some critics appreciated its B-movie aesthetic and attempts at humor, others found the execution lacking in terms of special effects and narrative coherence. It has found a cult following among fans of independent horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its campy and gory B-movie horror style.

  • Praised by some for its dark humor and unique premise.

  • Criticized for its low-budget effects and predictable plot.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a division between those who enjoyed its schlocky, independent horror appeal and those who found it too amateurish.

Fun Fact

Director Dustin Mills is known for his prolific work in independent, low-budget horror films, often characterized by their unique concepts and gore.

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TMDB Reviews

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Gimly

Gimly

Was obviously released only to capitalise on the success of _It (2017)_, but there is still no excusing this 47 cent drivel. _Final rating:★ - Of no value. Avoid at all costs._