- Genre
- Horror
- Year
- 1972
- Runtime
- 1h26
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Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things
Fear awakens in the dead of night.
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Synopsis
In the 1972 horror film 'Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things' directed by Bob Clark and written by Alan Ormsby, a group of young theater students, led by the eccentric Alan, decide to partake in a macabre prank on a remote island cemetery. As they dig up a corpse to perform a bizarre ritual, they unknowingly unleash dark forces beyond their control. Soon they find themselves facing a night of terror as the dead rise from their graves to seek vengeance on the living. With eerie atmosphere and unsettling tension, the film explores themes of arrogance and the consequences of meddling with the dead, leading to a chilling and unforgettable climax.
Reviews
Despite its low budget and dated production values, 'Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things' has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some praise the film's eerie ambiance and unique take on the zombie genre, others criticize its slow pacing and lack of coherent plot development. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a 50% rating based on 10 reviews, with an average rating of 5.3/10 on IMDb and a Metacritic score of 47/100. Some reviewers commend the film for its creepy atmosphere and effective use of practical effects, while others feel it falls short in delivering genuine scares and engaging storytelling. Overall, the movie remains a cult classic among horror aficionados for its bold approach to a familiar genre.
