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Gothic (1987)

"Conjure up your deepest, darkest fear... now call that fear to life."

5.719871h 28mEN
Horror

Directed by Ken Russell

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

EN

Release

February 27, 1987

Director

Ken Russell

Official Trailer

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Overview

Living on an estate on the shores of Lake Geneva, Lord Byron is visited by Percy and Mary Shelley. Together with Byron's lover Claire Clairmont, and aided by hallucinogenic substances, they devise an evening of ghoulish tales. However, when confronted by horrors, ostensibly of their own creation, it...

Cast

Gabriel Byrne

Gabriel Byrne

Lord Byron

Julian Sands

Julian Sands

Percy Shelley

Natasha Richardson

Natasha Richardson

Mary Shelley

Myriam Cyr

Myriam Cyr

Claire Clairmont

Timothy Spall

Timothy Spall

Dr. Polidori

Alec Mango

Alec Mango

Murray

Andreas Wisniewski

Andreas Wisniewski

Fletcher

Dexter Fletcher

Dexter Fletcher

Rushton

Pascal King

Pascal King

Justine

Tom Hickey

Tom Hickey

Tour Guide

Linda Coggin

Linda Coggin

Turkish Mechanical Woman

Kristine Landon-Smith

Kristine Landon-Smith

Mechanical Woman

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Gothic (1987), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Living on an estate on the shores of Lake Geneva, Lord Byron is visited by Percy and Mary Shelley. Together with Byron's lover Claire Clairmont, and aided by hallucinogenic substances, they devise an evening of ghoulish tales. However, when confronted by horrors, ostensibly of their own creation, it becomes difficult to tell apparition from reality.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Gothic. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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