Forbidden Sins
Forbidden Sins

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Forbidden Sins

1999
Movie
93 min
English

Shannon Tweed stars as the divorced defense attorney who gets caught in a passionate love affair with an accused murderer.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Mirko SlokolGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A troubled detective investigates a series of ritualistic murders that seem to be connected to a mysterious, ancient cult. As he delves deeper, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that blurs the lines between reality and delusion. He must confront his own inner demons while racing against time to stop the killer before another victim is claimed.

Critical Reception

Forbidden Sins received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and uninspired direction. While some audiences appreciated its attempt at a dark, atmospheric thriller, many found it to be derivative of superior films in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark atmosphere, but criticized for a convoluted and predictable plot.

  • Some viewers found the suspenseful elements effective, though many felt it lacked originality.

  • The performances were noted as a weak point by several critics.

Google audience: Audience reception for Forbidden Sins is largely absent from publicly available aggregated reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Despite its relatively low profile, "Forbidden Sins" was filmed in and around the Los Angeles area, utilizing several historical buildings for its eerie settings.

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