Elvira: Mistress of the Dark
Director: James Signorelli
Actors: Cassandra Peterson, Phil Rubenstein, Larry Flash Jenkins
PlotA gothic horror television hostess attends the reading of her great-aunt Morgana's will, only to learn that she has inherited a dilapidated mansion in a conservative small town. The hostess heads off to take possession of her new home, where her eccentric presence and distinct fashion quickly disrupt the town’s puritanical status quo. Clashing with the local morality crusade led by Chastity Pariah and the town council, she becomes the subject of scandal and intrigue. Along with the mansion, she discovers an old cookbook, which unbeknownst to her, holds significant and mystical secrets.
Her arrival piques the interest of several locals, including a handsome movie theatre owner and a group of curious teens who befriend her. As she makes plans to renovate the mansion and stage a flashy Las Vegas show, strange happenings begin to unfold. The tension in the town escalates as certain factions conspire against her, leading her to unravel the hidden legacy of her great-aunt Morgana. Along the way, she uncovers an evil plot involving dark magic that ties back to her ancestry. With high stakes and allies by her side, she finds herself on a collision course with destiny and danger.
Writers: Sam Egan, John Paragon, Cassandra Peterson
Release Date: 30 Sep 1988
Runtime: 96 min
Rating: PG-13
Country: United States
Language: English
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Elvira: Mistress of the Dark gets a cult-classic worthy Blu-ray from Arrow Video, with excellent HD quality, satisfying audio, and substantial extras.
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