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I have very fond memories of _Demon Knight_ from the days of the active horror community on Tumblr. I don't know if this is "good", but must a movie be "good"? Can we not simply have BIlly Zane wearing sungl...
Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight
1995Movie93 minEnglish
Ex-soldier Frank Brayker is the guardian of an ancient key that can unlock tremendous evil; the sinister Collector is a demon who wants the key so he can initiate the apocalypse. On the run from wicked mercenaries for almost 90 years, Brayker finally stops in at a boarding house in New Mexico where — with the help of its residents — he plans to face off against the Collector and his band of ghouls, preventing them from ever seizing the key.
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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes38%
Google Users68%
Director: Ernest R. Dickerson•Genres: Horror, Action, Comedy
Plot Summary
In this supernatural horror-comedy, a drifter named Brayker escapes a demonic entity and seeks refuge in a secluded church that is said to hold holy relics. He soon discovers that the church is actually a fortress containing the last vial of Christ's blood, which is the only thing that can stop the demon Belial from achieving ultimate power on Earth. As Belial's forces, led by the charismatic but terrifying Collector (Zane), lay siege to the church, Brayker and the other inhabitants must band together to defend themselves and the sacred blood.
Critical Reception
Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight was met with mixed reviews from critics but generally performed well with audiences, becoming a cult favorite. It was praised for its gore, humor, and a charismatic performance from Billy Zane, though some critics found the plot predictable and the acting uneven.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its over-the-top gore and darkly comedic tone.
- Billy Zane's performance as the Collector was a standout element.
- Some found the plot derivative and the special effects occasionally unconvincing.
Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's fun, campy horror elements and its ability to deliver on gore and humor. Many enjoyed the action sequences and the charismatic villain, considering it a solid entry in the 'Tales from the Crypt' franchise.
Fun Fact
The demon-faced car driven by the Collector was a heavily modified 1973 Imperial LeBaron, which was custom-built for the film.
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