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Poison: Flesh, Blood & Videotape
Some hard rock bands just bang heads. Poison blows minds. This new home video captures the bad boys doin' it backstage, on tour, up close and in your face. Included here are five hot clips from the multi-platinum LP, "Flesh & Blood." Now you can see the original, uncut and controversial "(Flesh & Blood) Sacrifice" plus "Ride The Wind" in a special unedited version. And there's more! Behind-the-scenes footage reveals the guys cutting loose and raising hell in typical Poison-ous style as they invade America, Europe and Japan. This is "Flesh, Blood & Videotape"....and motorcycles, guns, ladies, cops, hotel thrashing, sex and (of course) rock and roll. It's easy to swallow, 100% undiluted POISON.
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Plot Summary
In this anthology film, three distinct tales of horror unfold. The first segment, "Flesh," follows a struggling artist who discovers a dark secret about his muse. "Blood" centers on a man haunted by a mysterious woman and a series of disturbing dreams. Finally, "Videotape" delves into the terrifying consequences of a cursed VHS tape that brings nightmares to life.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing its uneven tone and underdeveloped storylines. However, some praised its ambitious attempt at a unique horror anthology and the performances of its cast.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with its anthology format, resulting in disjointed narratives.
Performances are a mixed bag, with some notable actors delivering compelling work.
The horror elements are present but often lack impact or originality.
Google audience: Audience reception for "Poison: Flesh, Blood & Videotape" is largely absent from public records, making it difficult to gauge specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film is the directorial debut of actor Donovan Leitch, who also stars in and co-wrote the screenplay.
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