Skullduggery

About This Movie

Skullduggery is quite the oddball gem from 1983, blending comedy and horror in a way that's hard to pin down. The story follows Adam, who's under this bizarre curse linked to a game and an ancestor's unfortunate encounter with a sorcerer. The tone is uneven, veering from genuinely eerie to absurdly ridiculous, especially with the amateur theater scenes where talent seems to be a foreign concept. The pacing is a bit all over the place, which gives it a unique charm. What really stands out are the practical effects, which have that gritty, low-budget feel. Performances are pretty eclectic, with some actors leaning hard into the farce. It’s the kind of film you ponder over more than once.

Strange blend of comedy and horror · Unique practical effects · Amateur theater scenes add to the charm