Episode 17: Robert Fuest’s The Devil’s Rain (1974)
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 17%
Ever wondered what happens when you mix William Shatner, John Travolta and a melting scene that lasts a lifetime? Brace yourself for an episode packed full with our hilariously ruthless critique of the 1975 horror movie, "The Devil's Rain". Sink your teeth into our dissection of the movie's laughably bad special effects, bizarre tropes and, believe it or not, the 'holy waters of forgetfulness'.
We'll take you on a rollercoaster ride through the film's painfully drawn-out scenes, unintentionally amusing attempts at horror, and the outrageous spectacle of Shatner's hat. But that's not all. We also pit our thoughts against some of the big names in film criticism, including IMDB and the legendary Roger Ebert, who managed to award this cinematic disaster one and a half stars. So, whether you're a horror aficionado or just love a good chuckle at the expense of bad cinema, this episode is a must-listen. Buckle up and get ready for a deep dive into the cheesy abyss of 70s horror that is "The Devil's Rain."
Plot Summary:
A satanist cult leader is burnt alive by the local church. He vows to come back to hunt down and enslave every descendant of his congregation, by the power of the book of blood contracts, in which they sold their souls to the devil. (Taken from IMDb)
Watchability Scale
We gave the film a 1 on the Watchability Scale. Watch it with your friends for a good laugh.
Links
FilmSchoolRejects - A discussion of the melting bodies effect