Night Terrors
Night Terrors

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Night Terrors

1993
Movie
94 min
English

A woman visiting her father in Egypt becomes involved with the Marquis de Sade's descendant and his terrifying cult.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: David SchmoellerGenres: Horror, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

A paraplegic sculptor, haunted by visions of his deceased wife, believes she is communicating with him through his work. As his obsession grows, he becomes entangled with a mysterious woman who may hold the key to his wife's past and his own sanity. The line between reality and delusion blurs as unsettling events escalate, leading to a terrifying confrontation with a dark force.

Critical Reception

Night Terrors received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences. While Robert Englund's performance was sometimes noted, the film was largely criticized for its convoluted plot, gratuitous violence, and poor pacing. It is often considered a lesser entry in the horror genre of the early 1990s.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Robert Englund's unsettling performance.

  • Criticized for its confusing and predictable plot.

  • Noted for its excessive gore and lack of substance.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Night Terrors are scarce and generally reflect disappointment, with many finding the film to be a weak horror entry that fails to deliver on suspense or coherent storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film was co-written by Mark R. Schaffer and David Schmoeller, with Schmoeller also directing. It was filmed in Romania, which contributed to its distinctive, somewhat bleak atmosphere.

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