MadHouse
MadHouse

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MadHouse

1990
Movie
90 min
English

The luxurious villa of Mark and Jessie Bannister, a yuppie couple, is overrun by loads of uninvited guests who turn the house up side down.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: Fredric HobbsGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young couple inherits a remote mansion filled with disturbing secrets. They soon discover the house is a living entity that feeds on their deepest fears and sanity. As the malevolent presence intensifies, they must confront the dark history of the house and its previous inhabitants to survive.

Critical Reception

Madhouse is a cult horror film that garnered a modest following for its unsettling atmosphere and psychological terror, though it received mixed reviews from critics for its pacing and plot. Audience reception has been polarized, with some appreciating its unique brand of horror and others finding it slow or underdeveloped.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creepy atmosphere and unsettling imagery.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and inconsistent tone.

  • Seen by some as an underrated psychological horror gem.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and varied, with some viewers enjoying the film's unsettling mood and psychological elements, while others found its narrative and execution lacking.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for actor John Agar, who had a prominent role in the early stages of production before being replaced.

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