Turning Table
On a winter night, the author of "The King and the Mockingbird" is visited by the cartoon characters he created in his studio. Along with a little clown, he screens a selection of his favorite shorts
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Plot Summary
A group of people find themselves trapped in a mysterious, deserted hotel with a dark secret. As they try to escape, they discover a malevolent force that seems to be picking them off one by one. The hotel itself appears to be a living entity, with its own sinister agenda.
Critical Reception
Turning Table, also known as 'Blood Link,' is a lesser-known Italian horror film that has garnered a cult following among genre enthusiasts. While not widely critically acclaimed upon its release, it is often praised for its atmospheric tension and unique premise within the slasher subgenre. Audience reception tends to be divided, with some appreciating its giallo-inspired elements and others finding its plot convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its stylish direction and eerie atmosphere.
- Criticized for a sometimes confusing narrative and underdeveloped characters.
- Seen as a decent, if unexceptional, entry in the Italian horror canon.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those that exist often note its effectiveness as a mood piece and its satisfyingly creepy set pieces, though some find the plot harder to follow than desired.
Fun Fact
Director Luigi Cozzi also directed the cult sci-fi film 'Starcrash' (1978).
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