Moray
Moray

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Moray

1994
Movie
90 min
English

A giant monster eel attacks a group of high school students on a rafting trip down the American river. The government sends super agent Max Uzi to investigate the killings.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Dario ArgentoGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young woman, Alice, is terrorized by a series of disturbing events and encounters after her psychiatrist suggests she might be the reincarnation of a victim from a brutal murder case. As the lines between past and present blur, Alice must confront her deepest fears and uncover the truth before she succumbs to the madness.

Critical Reception

Moray, also known as 'The Phantom of Death' or 'Trauma', is a lesser-known work by Dario Argento, often overshadowed by his more acclaimed films. While it features Argento's signature visual style and suspenseful atmosphere, it received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who noted its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its Gothic horror elements and disturbing imagery, while others found it confusing and less effective than Argento's earlier masterpieces.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with Argento's characteristic flair for horror.

  • Suffers from a confusing narrative and inconsistent pacing.

  • A decent, if unexceptional, entry in the director's filmography.

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Fun Fact

The film was co-written by Argento's daughter, Asia Argento, who also stars in the film. It was originally intended to be a segment of a larger anthology film.

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