Re-Animator

Synopsis

In the horror classic Re-Animator, based on H.P. Lovecraft's story, a brilliant but deranged medical student conducts experiments to reanimate dead tissue. Things quickly spiral out of control as the experiments lead to a series of terrifying and gory events. Directed by Stuart Gordon, the film showcases a mix of dark humor, over-the-top gore, and a twisted narrative that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. With standout performances by Jeffrey Combs and Barbara Crampton, Re-Animator remains a cult favorite in the horror genre, exploring themes of obsession, power, and the consequences of playing god.

Cast

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  Jeffrey Combs

  Herbert West

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  Bruce Abbott

  Dan Cain

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  Barbara Crampton

  Megan Halsey

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  David Gale

  Dr. Carl Hill

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  Robert Sampson

  Dean Alan Halsey

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  Carolyn Purdy-Gordon

  Dr. Harrod

Reviews

Re-Animator has garnered positive reviews from critics and audiences alike, cementing its status as a horror classic. Rotten Tomatoes gives it an impressive 94% rating, praising its blend of horror and dark humor. IMDb users have rated it 7.2/10, highlighting the film's iconic performances and shocking visuals. Metacritic gives it a solid score of 73/100, commending the film's unique take on the horror genre. Variety describes Re-Animator as a 'splattery subversion of the mad-scientist story, with immense gross shudders', while Roger Ebert praised its 'determined abandon, as the movie piles excess upon excess, achieving a kind of delirium'. Overall, Re-Animator is lauded for its creativity, performances, and unapologetic embrace of its genre conventions.