Devil Story
Director: Bernard Launois
Actors: Véronique Renaud, Marcel Portier, Catherine Day
PlotA young couple, looking for a peaceful respite, find themselves in a rural region haunted by an eerie past. As the sun begins to set, their car breaks down near a mysterious old manor. Unsettled but curious, they decide to seek help at the manor. Upon arrival, they are greeted by a peculiar old man who, along with his wife, warns them of a legend about a ghastly, deformed figure that prowls the countryside at night. The couple dismisses the warnings as mere superstition and attempts to rest for the night.
As darkness falls, unsettling events begin to unfold. Strange noises echo around the old estate, and the atmosphere turns increasingly sinister. The young woman starts experiencing ominous visions, hinting at a supernatural presence tied to the manor's grim history. Soon, they find themselves trapped in a terrifying nightscape filled with grotesque apparitions and relentless evil. They must unravel the mysteries surrounding the manor and their own destines while confronting the malevolent forces stalking them. As dread tightens its grip, the line between reality and nightmare blurs, thrusting them into a realm where their worst fears materialize. In this suspense-filled tale, survival depends on confronting unknown horrors lurking within the shadows of ancient folklore.
Writers: Bernard Launois
Release Date: 26 Nov 1986
Runtime: 76 min
Rating: N/A
Country: France
Language: French
Home Video Reviews
Devil Story is a sincere yet screwball film, loved for its chaotic charm despite its failed serious intention and technical shortcomings.
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