Death Row Diner
Death Row Diner

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Death Row Diner

1988
Movie
68 min
English

A wealthy Hollywood tycoon is framed for murder and sent to the electric chair without the customary last dinner. Years later his ghost comes back looking for revenge, and he's hungry.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Richard Bates Jr.Genres: Horror, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary diner becomes the site of supernatural events when a vengeful spirit from death row targets its patrons. Patrons find themselves trapped in a bizarre and terrifying loop, facing their own mortality in increasingly bizarre ways. The film blends elements of dark humor with slasher tropes as the spirit exacts its revenge.

Critical Reception

Death Row Diner was a low-budget independent horror film that garnered a cult following primarily for its unique premise and blend of gore and dark comedy. While not a critical darling upon release, it has since been appreciated by fans of campy horror for its B-movie charm and memorable, if somewhat uneven, execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its quirky premise and blend of horror and comedy.

  • Praised by cult fans for its over-the-top gore and B-movie sensibilities.

  • Some critics found the execution a bit rough and the plot convoluted.

Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with many appreciating its cult status and campy nature, while others found it to be an acquired taste with some pacing issues.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a shoestring budget, contributing to its distinctive lo-fi aesthetic and independent spirit.

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