Tales to Keep You Awake
Tales to Keep You Awake

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Tales to Keep You Awake

1982
TV Show
Ended
3 Seasons
Spanish

Tales of terror by established authors such as Ray Bradbury or Edgar Allan Poe, as well as original scripts.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Tobe HooperGenres: Horror, Anthology

Plot Summary

This anthology film presents three distinct horror tales, each introduced by a mysterious host. The stories include a tale of a cursed amulet that brings misfortune, a chilling encounter with a supernatural hitchhiker, and a final segment about a man who claims to have killed his wife but is released due to a technicality.

Critical Reception

Tales to Keep You Awake, also known by its original title 'The Kindred', received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric horror and the performances of its veteran cast, others found the pacing uneven and the stories inconsistent in their effectiveness. It has since gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Atmospheric and spooky, with some genuinely unsettling moments.

  • Uneven storytelling, with some segments far more successful than others.

  • Relies heavily on its anthology format, which can lead to a disjointed viewing experience.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a feature film but was later re-edited and expanded with new footage to be released as a made-for-television movie.

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