“Intruder” is a visceral rollercoaster ride through a supermarket of horrors, delivering stellar suspense, creative kills, and practical FX.
Show Notes From Drek:
Intruder is a 1989 horror film directed by Scott Spiegel. The movie is notable for its intense and gory scenes. It’s set in a supermarket and follows a group of employees who are stalked and brutally murdered by an unknown assailant after they close for the night. The film takes a simple premise and turns it into a thrilling, blood-soaked extravaganza.
The setting in a supermarket after hours is both unique and claustrophobic, setting the stage for a tense and bloody night. The practical effects are nothing short of astonishing for its time, showcasing creative kills that have since become iconic in the horror genre.
The supermarket setting is ingeniously utilized, creating a sense of eerie isolation after hours. As the night unfolds, tension builds with each flickering fluorescent light, leading to a crescendo of gore. Sam Raimi’s involvement in the special effects department ensures that each kill is a memorable work of gruesome art.
Intruder stands out in its commitment to practical effects, masterminded by the legendary Sam Raimi and his crew.
Character development takes a backseat to the relentless suspense and inventive brutality, and it works to the film’s advantage. The enigmatic identity and motivations of the assailant keep you engaged, while the plot twists and turns add an extra layer of intrigue.
The kills have become iconic in the horror genre and continue to influence horror filmmakers today.
While Intruder might not be a household name, its cult following is well-deserved. If you’re a devotee of ’80s horror and can stomach a fair amount of gore, this is a must-see film that will leave an indelible mark on any horror enthusiast
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It’s almost Christmas time, and Here in the “The Underworld” We have another episode to grace your ears right before Santa’s thick ass squeezes down that chimney hole.
Bloody in your movie title should indicate gore on top of gore. We must admit, the gore was pleasurable and fulfilling. While we did hope for more “blood” and less story, we weren’t dissapointed with the kills given!
Some of the reviews accurately described this as a Santa Terminator movie. The only lore we would have enjoyed is how the Terminator Santa became Evil and alive? Was this the work of an evil Toymaker/inventor? Is the real Santa making a Terminator version of himself to delve out his new version of coal this year? Or just the simplicity of a robot Santa malfunctioning?
This movie wasn’t marketed as a Hollywood blockbuster. But, the acting, camera shots, scenery, music, and overall vibe this movie exudes shows in almost every scene. Disregard the painful debates of music taste between Tori and Robbie. Or Tori’s disdain for A Christmas Movie. Yes, you read that right, she hates feelin’ warm and fuzzy during the holidays.
Kill the Chill Radio proudly recommends this for a watch, not just for the holidays, but at any time. Also in any capacity. I taped candy canes to my nipples while watching, it made for a more festive watch!
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