Torment

About This Movie

Torment (1986) is an intriguing blend of crime, horror, and mystery that keeps you guessing. The film follows a detective chasing a psycho who’s knocking off women in a pretty grimy urban setting. What really stands out is the way the killer shifts focus to the detective’s girlfriend, upping the tension and personal stakes. The atmosphere is thick with dread, and the pacing has that nice noir-like build-up. The practical effects for the kills are gritty, adding a raw edge to the film. Performances are solid, with a particularly unsettling turn from the psycho. It’s not your average slasher—there's something almost hypnotic about how it unfolds, making it a curious piece for collectors looking for something off the beaten path.

Unconventional narrative twistStrong practical effectsExplores themes of obsession