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Dust Devil (1992)
Director: Richard Stanley
Cast: Robert John Burke, Chelsea Field, Marianne Sägebrecht, William Hootkins
Runtime103 min
Rating18
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A woman on the run from her abusive husband encounters a mysterious hitch-hiker.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Dust Devil is a divisive horror thriller from 1992 directed by Richard Stanley. While some critics praised its stylish visuals and slow-burn atmosphere, others found the film to be uneven and narratively convoluted. Audience reception has been mixed, with the film holding a 6.0/10 rating on IMDb.
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Dust Devil, the 1992 horror thriller directed by Richard Stanley, offers a chilling and atmospheric exploration of the supernatural. With its blend of mystery and dark, dreamlike visuals, the film will captivate fans of atmospheric horror who appreciate Stanley's unique directorial style and the strong lead performance by Robert John Burke.
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Dust Devil is a 1992 British horror film written and directed by Richard Stanley. The film stars Robert Burke as Hitch, a mysterious man who wanders the deserts in Namibia and is wanted by the police in connection with the death of a woman whose blood was used in a supernatural ceremony. It is believed by a local sangoma that Hitch is a "Dust Devil", a supernatural creature that can change its form. Hitch encounters Wendy, played by Chelsea Field, who drives with him along a highway as she is pursued by her estranged husband. As police begin investigating the murders, they seem to trace back to Hitch and Wendy discovers the man has supernatural powers.
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