The Serpent and the Rainbow

Name: The Serpent and the Rainbow
Director: Wes Craven
Genre: Horror, Thriller
Released: 1988-01-01
Duration: 98 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Bill Pullman, Cathy Tyson, Zakes Mokae, Paul Winfield, Brent Jennings

1988Dir. Wes Craven1h 38m

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Runtime1h 38m

Released1988

Budget$11M

Box office$19.6M

DirectorWes Craven

About This Movie

So, 'The Serpent and the Rainbow' is kind of a fascinating piece in Wes Craven's filmography. It's got this eerie, immersive vibe that pulls you right into the heart of Haiti’s voodoo culture. The pacing can be a bit slow for some, but it ramps up nicely as the anthropologist delves deeper into the supernatural. I mean, the practical effects used for the zombies are pretty haunting and give it a raw, unsettling realism. Bill Pullman delivers a compelling performance, capturing that mix of skepticism and dread as he navigates this bizarre world. What really stands out is how it tackles themes of life, death, and the unknown, making it more than just a standard horror flick. Definitely one to consider for its unique approach to the genre.

Strong themes of life and deathUnique blend of horror and anthropologyImpressive practical effects enhance the story