Pumpkinhead (1988) Reviews

Pumpkinhead (1988)
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A bereaved farmer enlists the aid of a terrifying demon to help avenge his son's death in this stylish horror movie that contains a strong moral. It all begins as gentle widowed farmer/general store owner Ed's beloved 10-year-old son is involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident with an careless unknown motorcyclist. Ed nearly goes berserk with grief and to bring back his son heads to the cabin of a wise old witch to see if she can rejuvenate the youth. Unfortunately, it is beyond her considerable powers so Ed, now equally desperate for revenge, invokes the legendary Pumpkinhead, a terrifying demon with the power to make the biker pay. One by one, Pumpkinhead dispatches the terrified cyclist and his friends, leaving Ed to reconsider his rashness. He tries to call the demon back, but by then it is far too late.... The film is the directorial debut of Oscar-winning special effects wizard Stan Winston. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

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Starring:
Lance Henriksen, Jeff East, (more)
Director(s):
Stan Winston
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Joshua F.

It's a good story that was done really well that I think everyone should watch at least once. Some might not find it as scary as others but that takes nothing away from the story itself. Effects were good, acting was good, how the movie it was shot and what not was good... Doubts? Check out Director Stan Winston's credentials... Seriously, IMDB him and check out some of the movies he's worked on. The Terminator Trilogy, Jurassic Park, Ghosts in the Darkness, Constantine just to name a few.

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Mary C.

I always liked this movie and have been a fan of Lance Henriksen since this movie was new. Like some of the other reviewers, I think the story is worth the watch. There is a good message here about what the desire for revenge does to people and the consequences they face. Personally, I always thought the old witch woman was one of the creepiest aspects of this movie. May be cheesy at times, but one of my all time favorite horror flicks.

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Talmadge F.

Love this movie. It's a keeper.

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H F.

Love the original... bleh with the sequels....

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Steve B.

That is one ugly creature!!!!!!

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Denise D.

Awesome monster, not a bad story. It is a great example of a rainy night horror movie to watch with friends.

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Andrew B.

Everyone has something good to say about this movie except for me. The acting bothers me big time and the monster is mediocre, also looks like he has radar. Ignore the good reviews for this one, although its worth a watch, I would not watch it again.

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Ralph V.

Used to scare me s**tless when I was 10 a must for this Halloween for you 10 year old LOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Mindy M.

One of the best old school horror movies. Good scare factor!

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Nikola V.

Great story but given it was made in the 80s the special effects make you laugh if anything. This is the kind of movie that used to scare me when I was 10 but now it's just fun to watch. Nothing special but if your looking for some nostalgia, here it is!

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    Joshua F.

    It's a good story that was done really well that I think everyone should watch at least once. Some might not find it as scary as others but that takes nothing away from the story itself. Effects were good, acting was good, how the movie it was shot and what not was good... Doubts? Check out Director Stan Winston's credentials... Seriously, IMDB him and check out some of the movies he's worked on. The Terminator Trilogy, Jurassic Park, Ghosts in the Darkness, Constantine just to name a few.

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    Mary C.

    I always liked this movie and have been a fan of Lance Henriksen since this movie was new. Like some of the other reviewers, I think the story is worth the watch. There is a good message here about what the desire for revenge does to people and the consequences they face. Personally, I always thought the old witch woman was one of the creepiest aspects of this movie. May be cheesy at times, but one of my all time favorite horror flicks.

    Yes   |   No

     
    Talmadge F.

    Love this movie. It's a keeper.

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