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Night of The Flowers
A hippie tells a story to his wife about four hedonists who lived in an old house. The hedonists pass their time discussing various topics and arguing. One night, a spirit haunts them and drives them insane. When the story is over, the hippie’s wife gives birth.
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Plot Summary
In a secluded estate, a young woman is haunted by a series of unsettling events after receiving a mysterious bouquet of flowers. As the line between reality and nightmare blurs, she must uncover the truth behind the sinister occurrences before she becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
Night of the Flowers received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its slow pacing and predictable plot, though some acknowledged the atmospheric tension and a few effective scares. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its giallo-esque elements and others finding it derivative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its attempt at suspenseful atmosphere.
Criticized for a convoluted and unoriginal storyline.
Performances were generally considered adequate but not outstanding.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this lesser-known film, making it difficult to ascertain specific audience likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1979, the film was shot in a style that heavily borrowed from the Italian Giallo subgenre, which was at its peak in the early to mid-1970s.
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