Uncle Evil
Uncle Evil

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Uncle Evil

1996
Movie
7 min
English

The young and the innocent at the mercy of a palpable presence oozing menace and scarlet-stained goodness as a strawberry sundae melts under the glare of future hell-firestorms in search of kindling.

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IMDb4.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes0%
Director: David ZuckerGenres: Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

This horror-comedy follows a peculiar family that lives in a secluded mansion. When their eccentric uncle, who claims to be a vampire, arrives for a visit, strange and terrifying events begin to unfold. The family must uncover the truth behind his nocturnal activities and supernatural claims before they all become victims.

Critical Reception

Uncle Evil was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics, who found its humor stale and its horror elements uninspired. Audiences also largely rejected the film, leading to its swift disappearance from theaters. It is generally considered one of David Zucker's less successful directorial efforts.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a lack of originality and a predictable plot.

  • Humor falls flat, relying on tired gags and weak performances.

  • Attempts at horror are more comical than frightening, undermining any tension.

Google audience: Audience reception for Uncle Evil is largely absent due to its limited release and poor critical reception. Those who did engage with the film generally found it to be a disappointing comedy with a weak premise.

Fun Fact

Despite the film's poor reception, William Shatner's performance as the titular 'Uncle Evil' is often cited as one of his more eccentric and memorable roles, albeit in a film that few remember fondly.

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