‘Antrum’: The Deadliest Movie Ever Made is a 2018 Canadian horror movie that captivated audiences with its chilling curse story that blurred the minute lines between fiction and reality. Directed by David Amito and Michael Laicini, the film combines elements of satire and horror to tell a story revolving around a supposedly cursed movie from the late 1970s.
Plot of the movie
The plot of the movie ‘Antrum’ opens with a mockumentary introduction by detailing the origin and sinister vibe of the film within the film, titled ‘Antrum’. This fictional film is said to have mysteriously appeared at various film festivals in 1979, leaving a series of strange incidents and deaths.
According to the story, people who watched Antrum met a tragic fate, giving rise to the legend of an evil curse attached to the film.
The plot of ‘Antrum’ revolves around two siblings who venture into a sinister forest to perform a ritual to save the soul of their dead pet.
Unknowingly, the ritual takes them to the Antrum, where it is believed the devil ended up after being thrown out of heaven as they dig a hole into hell. The horror and mental terror unravel, connects their destinies with the cursed movie viewers.
Historical Allegations and Tragic Incidents of the Curse
According to Antrum’s mockumentary section, the film’s popularity stems from its supposed connection to real-life tragedies. The narrative claims that after Antrum was anonymously submitted to film festivals. In contrast, several programmers and audience members died prematurely under mysterious circumstances.
For example, Janet Hilberg is said to have had a fatal seizure after watching the film. While Tom Stylum died of electrocution and Joe Barringer was stung by a stonefish. These incidents underscore the film’s supposed curse.
In Budapest in 1988, a sudden fire at a movie theatre caused the deaths of 56 people. When ‘Antrum’ was shown fire destroyed the building. The film reel remained safe and untouched by fire, which made it famous.
In 1993 in San Francisco, during a screening of the film people were scared of the curse and got trapped in the theatre. Some people died in a stampede that ensued, including a pregnant woman. These events, which are fictional in the film, add fear and interest to the story.
The Truth Behind the Fictional Curse
‘Antrum: The Deadliest Movie Ever Made’ talks about a cursed film. But it’s important to know that the events in the movie are not true and only fictional.
The film directors David Amito and Michael Laicini have admitted that they intended to create an immersive horror experience. They blurred the lines between reality and fiction. Despite the claims made in the film, there is no evidence to prove the existence of an actual curse associated with ‘Antrum’.
Marketing Strategy
The film’s marketing strategy sparked several ethical debates about the movie. The movie is intentionally linking the myth of a deadly curse with the film. Antrum itself as a true story and warning viewers of potential dangers. The film pushed the boundaries of traditional horror film promotion.
Critics say such tactics can mislead vulnerable audiences and blur ethical lines in the entertainment industry.
In addition to the intrigue surrounding Antrum and the blurb, the film’s introduction in Rotten Tomatoes (Rotten Tomatoes provides concise and crisp descriptions of movies.). It describes it as a lost film from the late 1970s that is believed to be cursed.
‘Antrum: The Deadliest Movie Ever Made’ shows how horror fiction movies still scare us and keep us interested. Even if the cursed film’s story isn’t real. It still manages to give us a spooky feeling of supernatural and dark tales.
As viewers keep looking into the scary secrets of Antrum. They see how horror stories have always been interesting and how they make us feel scared.
Whether true or not, the legend of Antrum keeps reminding to be careful about going too deep into scary thoughts. It also tells us to deal with our worst fears and worries.
Mallika Sadhu is a journalist committed to revealing the raw, unfiltered truth. Mallika's work is grounded in a dedication to transparency and integrity, aiming to present clear and impactful stories that matter. Through comprehensive reporting and honest storytelling, she strives to contribute to provide narratives that genuinely inform and engage. When not dwelling in the world of journalism, she is immersed in the colors of her canvas and pages of her journal.
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