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Dolls (1987)

Dolls (1987)
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Young Judy Bower (Carrie Lorraine) is spending the summer with her stupid, abusive father, David (Ian Williams), and nasty stepmother, Rosemary (Carolyn Purdy-Gordon). On a dark and stormy night, their car breaks down on a lonely road in the woods and they are forced to seek shelter. As they walk, Rosemary throws Judy's beloved teddy bear into the woods, and the imaginative child envisions it coming to life as a great fanged beast which slaughters her tormentors. The idea of loyal toys protecting their young owners from the ravages of the adult world is forcefully made, and imbues the rest of the film. They come upon a creepy old house owned by elderly Gabriel Hartwick (Guy Rolfe) and his wife, Hilary (Hilary Mason). Gabriel is a doll-maker and dazzles Judy with his collection of exquisitely detailed creations. Another car breaks down in the storm as well, bearing amiable Ralph Morris and two trampy hitchhikers. What they and the Bowers don't know is that the dolls are alive, and protect the young (Judy) and the young at heart (Ralph) from the evils of adulthood. ~ Robert Firsching, Rovi

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Starring:
Ian WilliamsCarolyn Purdy-Gordon, (more)
Director(s):
Stuart Gordon
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Dolls

Young Judy Bower (Carrie Lorraine) is spending the summer with her stupid, abusive father, David (Ian Williams), and nasty stepmother, Rosemary (Carolyn Purdy-Gordon). On a dark and stormy night, their car breaks down on a lonely road in the woods and they are forced to seek shelter. As they walk, Rosemary throws Judy's beloved teddy bear into the woods, and the imaginative child envisions it coming to life as a great fanged beast which slaughters her tormentors. The idea of loyal toys protecting their young owners from the ravages of the adult world is forcefully made, and imbues the rest of the film. They come upon a creepy old house owned by elderly Gabriel Hartwick (Guy Rolfe) and his wife, Hilary (Hilary Mason). Gabriel is a doll-maker and dazzles Judy with his collection of exquisitely detailed creations. Another car breaks down in the storm as well, bearing amiable Ralph Morris and two trampy hitchhikers. What they and the Bowers don't know is that the dolls are alive, and protect the young (Judy) and the young at heart (Ralph) from the evils of adulthood. ~ Robert Firsching, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
78 mins

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Director(s):
Stuart Gordon
Writer(s):
Ed Naha
Producer(s):
Charles BandBrian Yuzna
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Graphic Violence, Violence, Adult Language, Not For Children)
Categories:
Horror
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Michael M.

This is one 80's gem that i enjoy watching, whenever i get the chance to. The Make-Up and Visual F/X were passable. The films Dark Atmosphere (i.e The House, The noises, the creepy score)was one of the best qualities of this film. Even though the film runs 78 minutes, it manages to move at a nice pace and never leaves out any inportant details. My advice to anyone interested in renting this film: Snatch it up, sit down in the comfort of your own home, and enjoy one of the most underrated films of the 1980's. Highly Recomended!

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Roger K.

We just watched this movie on free movies On Demand and I got to say we was pleasently surprised, must be a 80's classic, the acting was ok, great story, the special effects was good for the late '80's, it's a must see for any horror fan, and I was wandering why they never did a sequel to this one they left it open for one, Stuart Gordon MOH had a good one on his hands.......Enjoy.

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Charles E.

Some of the creepiest special effects dominate this horror show. The first indication that something is wrong will be obvious to you once the main characters are inside an old mansion in the middle of nowhere. They walk down a hallway and the strangeness begins. Good entertainment, nice and short too.

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