The Last Lovecraft: Relic of Cthulhu
The Last Lovecraft: Relic of Cthulhu

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The Last Lovecraft: Relic of Cthulhu

2009
Movie
78 min
English

Jeff, a down on his luck office worker finds out he is the last living relative of horror novelist H.P. Lovecraft. What he doesn't know is that Lovecraft's monsters are real and will soon threaten the very existence of mankind. Jeff and his best friend Charlie are forced to embark on a perilous adventure and they enlist the help of high school acquaintance, Paul, a self proclaimed Lovecraft specialist. Together the three unlikely heroes must protect an alien relic and prevent the release of an acient evil, known as Cthulhu.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Henry SaineGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A cynical, down-on-his-luck detective is drawn into a world of cosmic horror when he's tasked with finding a mysterious artifact. He soon discovers he might be the last descendant of H.P. Lovecraft, and that an ancient evil is stirring. He must team up with an eccentric academic and a determined bounty hunter to stop the world from being consumed by Cthulhu.

Critical Reception

The Last Lovecraft: Relic of Cthulhu received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its low-budget charm and creative take on Lovecraftian horror blended with comedy. While some found its execution rough around the edges, many appreciated its ambition and humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique blend of horror and comedy.

  • Appreciated for its ambitious attempt to bring Lovecraftian themes to a low-budget film.

  • Some noted its rough production values but commended its creativity.

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Fun Fact

The film was one of the first to successfully crowdfund its production through Kickstarter, helping to finance its ambitious special effects on a limited budget.

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