Voodoo Black Exorcist
Voodoo Black Exorcist

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Voodoo Black Exorcist

1974
Movie
88 min
Spanish

The mummy of long dormant, but powerful Caribbean voodoo priest Gatanebo gets revived on a luxury South Seas ocean liner as a big buff bald guy and proceeds to terrorize the passengers. Gatanebo beheads several folks, occasionally reverts back to his prune-faced mummified state, and falls for the ravishing Sylvia, who reminds him of his old flame Kenya.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Stig JohansenGenres: Horror, Exploitation

Plot Summary

A voodoo priestess summons a demon to take revenge on a group of people who wronged her. The demon possesses one of the group members, leading to a series of violent and supernatural events. The priestess then attempts to control the demon, but things spiral out of control.

Critical Reception

Voodoo Black Exorcist is a low-budget exploitation film that has garnered a cult following among fans of extreme horror and voodoo-themed cinema. It is generally regarded as a crude but fascinating example of its genre, often praised for its raw, unrestrained approach and primitive effects, though criticized for its amateurish filmmaking and controversial content.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its audacious and relentless pursuit of shock value.

  • Criticized for its amateurish production values and often offensive subject matter.

  • Considered a prime example of gritty, no-holds-barred exploitation filmmaking of the 1970s.

Google audience: Audience reception is sparse due to its niche appeal, but available comments highlight its status as a notorious cult film, appreciated by some for its raw, unpolished, and often disturbing voodoo-infused horror, while others find it unwatchable due to its technical flaws and controversial nature.

Fun Fact

The film is known for its graphic and controversial depiction of voodoo rituals, which was common for exploitation films of the era aiming to push boundaries and shock audiences.

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