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Horror
Supernatural

Puppet Master (1989) Review in 2025

6.5/10
Flop

Puppet Master is a horror film about a group of people who are stalked and killed by a group of puppets brought to life by an ancient Egyptian spell.

90 minutes
English (Dubbed: None)
Age group: 18-35, Interests: Horror, Supernatural
Director:
David Hartman
Budget: 1 million USD
Gross: 3 million USD

Family-Friendly Rating

Is this movie suitable for family viewing?

No, this movie is not suitable for family viewing due to its graphic violence and gore.

CineReview Recommendation

This movie is worth watching if you're a fan of horror and supernatural films, but it's not particularly memorable or impactful.

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The film's plot revolves around a group of people who are trapped in an old mansion with a group of puppets that are brought to life by an ancient Egyptian spell. The puppets, led by Pinhead, begin to kill off the group one by one, and it's up to the main character, Neil Gallagher, to stop them.

Review Details

story7.00/10

The story is engaging and has some interesting twists, but it's not particularly original or well-developed.

acting6.00/10

The acting is decent, but it's not particularly impressive or memorable.

characters6.00/10

The characters are somewhat one-dimensional and lack depth, but they're likable enough to make the story somewhat enjoyable.

direction6.00/10

The direction is decent, but it's not particularly noteworthy or memorable.

cinematography7.00/10

The cinematography is good, with some nice shots and a creepy atmosphere.

Pros and Cons

Pros

The movie has a creepy atmosphere, some interesting twists, and a memorable villain.

Cons

The story is not particularly original or well-developed, the characters are somewhat one-dimensional, and the direction is decent but not memorable.

Notable Quotes

"The puppets are coming for you!"
"You shouldn't have meddled in things you don't understand."

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