Candyman(1992).Helen Lyle is a student who decides to write a thesis about local legends and myths. She visits a part of the town, where she learns about the legend of the Candyman, a one-armed man who appears when you say his name five times, in front of a mirror. Of course, Helen doesn't believe all this stuff, but the people of the area are really afraid. When she ignores their warnings and begins her investigation in the places that he is rumored to appear, a series of horrible murders begins. Could the legend be true? Written byChris Makrozahopoulos <makzax@hotmail.com>... Synopsis Candyman(1992)
Movie Title: Candyman(1992)
Run Time: 99 min
Rating: 6.5 / 10
Genres: Horror
Release Date: 16 October 1992 (USA)
Director: Bernard Rose
Writer: Clive Barker ,Bernard Rose... and other credits
Actor: Virginia Madsen,Xander Berkeley,Tony Todd
As far as horror films go, this movie will scare the living daylights out of anyone! Clive Barker's novel "The Forgotten" is the basis for this picture that shows a lot of style under the direction of Bernard Rose. This nightmarish tale is translated for the screen by the author and its director.
The two principals, Helen, brilliantly played by the gorgeous Virginia Madsen, and Tony Todd, as the Candyman, enhance the picture. Ms. Madsen plays Helen the student finishing her thesis in urban legends. She makes the mistake of going to the projects to do some research, only to learn much more of what really happened at the scene of the crime. Helen tempts the Candyman. He comes back to haunt her as we discover that this is a story that is being replayed and must have a closure. Tony Todd makes a smashing appearance and runs away with the movie.
The special effects are cleverly done. The brilliant costumes by Leonard Pollack add a touch of class to the proceedings.
This is a film to watch with someone, as it can cause nightmares for a long, long time.
