Come Under My Spell
Come Under My Spell

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Come Under My Spell

1979
Movie
Adult · 18+
85 min
English

Bumbling, desperate, and libidinous foreign exchange student Fernando isn't having any luck scoring with the ladies until his best friend Dave hooks him up with a used book on how to seduce women through using hypnotism.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Michael MillerGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A mysterious woman arrives in a small town, charming the local men and stirring up trouble. As strange occurrences begin to plague the residents, a dark secret about her past starts to unravel. The town's harmony is shattered as passions ignite and danger lurks beneath the surface. The arrival of this enigmatic figure leads to a series of unsettling events that challenge the community's sense of safety and morality.

Critical Reception

Come Under My Spell is a lesser-known French erotic thriller that garnered mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some critics acknowledged its atmospheric qualities and the performances of its lead actresses, many found the plot convoluted and the erotic elements to be gratuitous rather than integral to the story. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its B-movie charm and others dismissing it as underdeveloped and exploitative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moody atmosphere and the compelling performances of its female leads.

  • Criticized for a convoluted plot and pacing issues that detract from the narrative.

  • The erotic elements are often seen as underdeveloped and not serving the overall story.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of French erotic thrillers that emerged in the late 1970s and early 1980s, often characterized by their blend of suspense and explicit content.

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