Curtains

In this slasher film, a delusional woman commits herself to a mental institution after a traumatic event. While there, she begins receiving terrifying phone calls from a masked killer who is systematically murdering women who auditioned for a role in a play she once starred in. As the body count rises, she must race against time to identify and stop the killer before she becomes the next victim.

Curtains received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its scares uninspired. While it has gained a cult following over the years, it is often regarded as a lesser entry in the slasher subgenre of the 1980s.

• Lacks genuine suspense and relies on tired slasher tropes.

• The plot is convoluted and the killer's motivation is unclear.

• Despite a few disturbing moments, it fails to be truly frightening.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest disappointment with the film's weak script and unoriginal scares. Some acknowledge its cult status among slasher enthusiasts.

None notable.

The film's original director, Jonathan Stryker, was fired and replaced by John Landis, who reportedly reshot significant portions of the movie, including the ending.