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Fhtagn Rock Opera of Dooom

2017
Movie
111 min
English

The only thing Abdul ever wanted was to write classical poetry. Instead he unknowingly ends up working for demons that commission him to write the most evil book of sorcery known to man: the Necronomicon. It’s an epic tale of evil vs. slightly less evil as an inter-dimensional battle rages between horrific monsters of the H.P. Lovecraft mythos. Earth is the battleground, and it’s up to one human to save the world; the very man that haphazardly awoke the monsters in the first place - Abdul Alhazred.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users85%
Director: VariousGenres: Horror, Musical, Animation

Plot Summary

In a dark, Lovecraftian-inspired city, a young musician discovers a forbidden tome that unleashes ancient horrors through the power of rock and roll. As cosmic entities are awakened, he must harness his musical talents to confront the encroaching doom and save humanity from eternal madness. The narrative blends existential dread with energetic musical numbers, exploring themes of fate, free will, and the terrifying unknown.

Critical Reception

Fhtagn Rock Opera of Dooom garnered a cult following for its unique premise and experimental animation style. While some critics praised its ambition and originality, others found the plot convoluted and the musical numbers uneven. Audience reception was similarly divided, with many appreciating its distinctive blend of horror and musical elements, while some were put off by its niche appeal and extreme themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its audacious fusion of Cthulhu mythos and musical theatre.

  • Noted for its striking, often unsettling, visual style and experimental animation.

  • Criticized by some for its sometimes disjointed narrative and tonal inconsistencies.

Google audience: Google users frequently lauded the film's originality and willingness to take risks, with many appreciating the unique blend of genres. Some reviewers found the music compelling and the animation distinctive. However, a portion of users found the plot difficult to follow or the horror elements too intense, leading to mixed feelings.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Independent Animation Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, jagged animation style was inspired by the cosmic horrors depicted in H.P. Lovecraft's original stories, with the animators attempting to translate the feeling of existential dread into visual form.

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