- Genre
- Horror
- Year
- 2013
- Runtime
- 1h41
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The Lords of Salem
Evil rises in Salem's darkest hour.
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Synopsis
In the movie The Lords of Salem (2013), directed by Rob Zombie, a radio DJ in Salem, Massachusetts receives a mysterious vinyl record that unleashes a dark and haunting presence upon the town. As the DJ delves into the vinyl's origins, she unravels a centuries-old curse that threatens the residents of Salem. As she navigates through the eerie events, she discovers a sinister connection to her own past. The movie explores themes of witchcraft, possession, and the supernatural, culminating in a chilling and atmospheric tale of horror and redemption.
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The Lords of Salem has divided critics with its dark and atmospheric take on the horror genre. Some reviewers praise the film for its unique visual style and haunting soundtrack, with one critic from Empire Magazine describing it as 'a visual and auditory feast for horror fans'. However, others criticize the slow pacing and lack of coherent plot, with a reviewer from The Guardian stating that the film 'fails to deliver on its promising premise'. On Rotten Tomatoes, the movie holds a rating of 47%, with critics highlighting the film's cinematography and Sheri Moon Zombie's performance. Metacritic gives The Lords of Salem a score of 57 out of 100, indicating mixed or average reviews. Despite its polarizing reception, the movie has garnered a cult following among horror enthusiasts.
