When She Was Bad

A glamorous but sinister woman named Alex arrives in a small town and quickly begins to manipulate and destroy the lives of those around her. As her true nature is slowly revealed, the body count rises, leading to a violent confrontation. The film explores themes of deception and the dark side of human nature.

When She Was Bad received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its derivative plot and reliance on horror tropes, though some acknowledged a degree of pulpy entertainment value. Audiences were similarly divided, with some finding it a competently made, if unoriginal, thriller.

• Praised for its tense atmosphere and a commanding performance from Joan Collins.

• Criticized for its predictable plot and uninspired direction.

• Considered a serviceable, albeit unremarkable, entry in the 1980s thriller genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect the critical sentiment of the film being a standard thriller with some engaging moments but lacking significant originality.

The film was directed by Terence Young, who is perhaps best known for directing early James Bond films like 'Dr. No' and 'From Russia with Love'.