Cupid's Arrow

About This Movie

Cupid's Arrow is this curious blend of fantasy, horror, and sci-fi that really captures the eerie side of internet dating in the late '90s. The film centers on Andrea Peters, a computer expert who dives into the online world searching for love, but, spoiler alert, she ends up in a terrifying situation that highlights the dangers lurking behind screens. The pacing is a bit uneven at times, but it adds to the disorientation that the character feels. The practical effects used are surprisingly effective for its time, lending a tangible feel to the horror elements. The performances have this raw, almost awkward quality that makes the characters relatable—like, you're rooting for her but also worried about what’s coming next. It's definitely distinctive in its approach to tech and romance gone wrong.

Odd mix of genres that surprisingly worksExplores early internet culture and its perilsInteresting practical effects for the era