CLOWNHOUSE gets the whole "fear of clowns" thing right. This is due most assuredly to what was really taking place off camera, adding a rather sick, sorrowful undertone that's difficult to shake. In addition, real-life killer John Wayne Gacy's "Pogo" the clown persona jumps immediately to mind, making this truly chilling. The entire production is shot through with an ominous, dreamlike atmosphere.
The three young brothers (Nathan Forrest Winters, Brian McHugh, and Sam Rockwell) seem to be in actual peril from these insane, silent predators. This is an effective horror movie that will always be remembered for the crimes committed by its Director during its production...
The three young brothers (Nathan Forrest Winters, Brian McHugh, and Sam Rockwell) seem to be in actual peril from these insane, silent predators. This is an effective horror movie that will always be remembered for the crimes committed by its Director during its production...