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The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988)
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A Harvard anthropologist is sent to Haiti to retrieve a strange powder that is said to have the power to bring human beings back from the dead. In his quest to find the miracle drug, the cynical scientist enters the rarely seen netherworld of walking zombies, blood rites and ancient curses. Based on the true life experiences of Wade Davis and filmed on location in Haiti, it's a frightening excursion into black magic and the supernatural.
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Strong recommendationSupernatural mystery
EnergyRising and charged
ToneMysterious and emotional
ExperienceAdventure, mystery, and emotional pull
Best suited fordark tension and unsettling atmosphere
What to expect from this title?Expect mystery, friendship, and supernatural pressure to grow together, with emotion carrying as much weight as the scares.
Heavy in toneConflict carries the weightNot a casual watch
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Best suited for17+
Content levelMature content
GuidanceNot suitable for children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • United States • TMDB
• Tension & suspense• Scary scenes• Substance use
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Viewer insight The Serpent and the Rainbow is a 1988 film in the Horror / Thriller category from United States, Haiti, Dominican Republic. Directed by Wes Craven. Starring Bill Pullman and Cathy Tyson. Runtime: about 98 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. TMDB rating: 6.4/10.
Genre: Horror / Thriller, Released in 1988, Original language: English, Production: United States, Haiti, Dominican Republic, Runtime: about 98 minutes, Starring Bill Pullman and Cathy Tyson.
Runtime
98 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States, Haiti, Dominican Republic
Type
Movie
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Cast & crew
Bill Pullman
Dennis Alan
Cathy Tyson
Marielle Duchamp
Zakes Mokae
Dargent Peytraud
Paul Winfield
Lucien Celine
Brent Jennings
Louis Mozart
Conrad Roberts
Christophe
Badja Djola
Gaston
Theresa Merritt
Simone
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Michael Gough
Schoonbacher
Paul Guilfoyle
Andrew Cassedy
Dey Young
Mrs. Cassedy
Aleta Mitchell
Celestine
William Newman
French Missionary Doctor
Jaime Pina Gautier
Julio
Director: Wes Craven
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1What is movie The Serpent and the Rainbow (1988)?
It is a movie released in 1988 within the Horror, Thriller category.
2What is the story of The Serpent and the Rainbow?
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3Can you watch The Serpent and the Rainbow online?
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4What is the rating of The Serpent and the Rainbow?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.4/10 based on 546 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Serpent and the Rainbow?
Its runtime is about 98 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Serpent and the Rainbow best suited for?
A dark viewing experience that leans on unease, tension, and atmosphere more than comfort or easygoing entertainment.
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