Lust Inferno
Lust Inferno

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Lust Inferno

1982
Movie
Adult · 18+
80 min
English

Shattering all of the carnal commandments, a self-ordained messenger of the Lord, Reverend Jerry, leads an insidious double-life. Passionately imploring his followers to donate freely to his cause, the good Reverend misdirects the funds towards his hedonistic pursuit of sexual depravity at Madame Blanche's- a whore house where he preaches to the painted ladies with his "true sword of the Lord."

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Al AdamsonGenres: Horror, Exploitation

Plot Summary

A group of tourists on a remote island find themselves targeted by a sadistic cult. The cult subjects its victims to horrific rituals and torment, all while the tourists desperately try to escape their clutches. The island becomes a nightmarish landscape where survival is uncertain and the cult's influence is pervasive.

Critical Reception

Lust Inferno is a cult film that is primarily known for its exploitation elements and graphic content. It has a divisive reception, with some appreciating its B-movie charm and shock value, while others criticize its low production quality and gratuitous violence. It is often considered a prime example of late 70s/early 80s exploitation cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by some for its raw, unadulterated exploitation feel.

  • Criticized for its exploitative and often nonsensical plot.

  • Noted for its graphic and disturbing imagery.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect the divisive nature of exploitation films. Those who enjoy the genre might appreciate its primitive shock tactics, while most viewers find it lacking in plot and production value.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Al Adamson, a prolific director known for his work in the exploitation and horror genres, often on very low budgets.

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