Director: Jean-Paul Ouellette
Studio: Vidmark/Trimark
Synopsis:
In this unsettling tale based on a short story by H.P. Lovecraft, a group of college students set out to prove that the infamous Winthrop House isn't haunted. But just a few hours into their slumber party, they realize they aren't alone. Turns out the lingering rumors about a terrifying creature that was born there some 300 years ago are true ... a being so gruesome its parents couldn't bear to give it a name.
Mike's Thoughts:
As I have stated in the past, I am addicted to all things Lovecraft, so my impressions are usually pretty biased. All in all though, this is a typical
1980's take on a classic H.P. Lovecraft story that in my opinion, delivers.
There is a shortage of recently produced films based on Lovecraft writings, so in order to find anything of notoriety, one must delve into the spectacular realm of the 1980's. Here in this period, we find films that defy the lack of large studio funding, time-induced advanced film technology, and the absence of mullet
hairstyles. This film is one to be seen if you are a Lovecraft fan, enjoy spooky atmospheres, stereotypical characters and/or geeky leading men. A film that is here to stay.
Look For:
The aloof and intellectually judgmental acting by Mark Kinsey Stephenson
(Randolph Carter)
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