Cherry Whirlpool
Since he was ten years old, Misha Kharlamov had dreamed of having his own apple orchard. Ulyana, the owner's daughter, loved Misha and believed in his dream. When the girl was given in marriage to someone she did not love, she lost her mind and left the village. Not finding Ulyana, Mikhail planted an apple orchard in memory of his beloved. One fierce winter he gave the orchard to people so that they could flood the stoves. And in the spring new shoots appeared on the cut trunks.
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Plot Summary
In this low-budget horror-comedy, a group of college students stumble upon a cursed object that unleashes a demon. The entity begins to possess and kill them one by one. The survivors must find a way to stop the demonic force before it consumes them all.
Critical Reception
Cherry Whirlpool is a cult classic among fans of extremely low-budget and independent horror films. While critically panned for its amateurish production values, acting, and writing, it has gained a following for its earnestness and unique, albeit flawed, vision.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dedicated DIY spirit and unexpected comedic moments.
- Often cited for its incredibly low production values and amateur performances.
- Seen as a fascinating artifact of early independent horror filmmaking.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive within the cult film community, appreciating its campy humor and nostalgic feel, despite acknowledging its significant technical limitations.
Fun Fact
Director Mark Pirro, who also stars in and wrote the film, produced 'Cherry Whirlpool' with a minuscule budget, often using friends and family as cast and crew.
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