American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet is a horror film released in 2018. The movie revolves around a group of friends who accidentally awaken a vengeful spirit while on a trip. The main idea of the film is the curse of Lilith Ratchet and the terrifying events that follow after her awakening. The film begins with a group of friends discovering a mysterious box containing the curse of Lilith Ratchet. Ignoring the warning, they open the box and unknowingly release the spirit. As a result, Lilith Ratchet, a murderous spirit, is unleashed and begins to haunt and torment the group.
If you like the majority of these films, then you’ll probably enjoy American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet. If you’re at the point of being over most of them this won’t change your opinion either.
There are no dreadfully delivered lines or laughter inducing overactions, no They re eating her and then they re going to eat moments, and nobody looks straight into the damn camera. When an antique shop owner sells the supposedly shrunken head of poor ol Lilith in a mysterious box many years later the buyers are two curious young women, Alice Crow and her friend Lauren , a disturbing series of events begin to unfold, especially after Alice KateLynn E Newberry and Lauren Brianna Burke approach a paranormal radio show host named Hunter Perry Rob Jaeger , whose show Beyond the Veil is immensely popular with the locals.
As a result, Lilith Ratchet, a murderous spirit, is unleashed and begins to haunt and torment the group. The curse of Lilith Ratchet is derived from an old urban legend, which adds an eerie and sinister aspect to the story. As the friends try to survive the supernatural attacks, they realize that they must find a way to stop the curse and put Lilith Ratchet to rest.
American poltergeist the curse of lilith ratchet
By now you would think everyone would know not to steal mystical, magical and/or cursed objects. But of course, that’s just what happens at the start of American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet. Well, not exactly the start. We do have a short prologue where Lilith offs a couple of sorority bimbos, one of whom tries to hide behind a glass door. Seriously.
We are then treated to Alice (KateLynn E. Newberry, Widow’s Point, Devil’s Junction: Handy Dandy’s Revenge) and Lauren (Brianna Burke, Fighting the Sky) stopping into a New Age type shop to get incense. They end up stealing a shrunken head. The actual one from the legend of Lilith Rachet. They give it to Hunter Perry (Rob Jaeger) the pretty boy host of “Beyond The Veil” a paranormal podcast. He decides to have a club-full of folk perform the summoning ritual with him. Things do not end well.
I haven’t seen American Poltergeist so I’m not sure if there’s a connection or if this is a sequel in name only. I do know that there’s no poltergeist in the film though. Lilith, (Crissy Kolarik, Mother Krampus 2: Slay Ride) is a scary looking spirit, but she’s also a pretty standard one. Summoned by a children’s rhyme, appears in mirrors, etc.
Also like many low budget, ($15,000 according to IMDB), films it doesn’t always deliver. Lots of off-screen kills. An extended bathtub scene that shows no skin. You get the idea. Writer/director Eddie Lengyel (Scarred) certainly delivers a technically well-done film, especially for that budget, but the script feels like it was written for a bigger film and then cut back.
American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet isn’t really a bad film. But, as I find myself saying way too often lately, it is an overly familiar one. It’s got the same plot devices, same characters and same jump scares as so many other evil ghost films. If it brought something different to the table it might have risen above them. The last act does build up some solid tension, and as I said it is well shot. Also, for those of us who remember the goth band Lestat, their former keyboardist Timothy Smith contributes an excellent score.
If you like the majority of these films, then you’ll probably enjoy American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet. If you’re at the point of being over most of them this won’t change your opinion either.
American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet is available from ITN Distribution at Walmart and Amazon. You can check for additional outlets visa the film’s Facebook page.
AMERICAN POLTERGEIST: THE CURSE OF LILITH RATCHET (KateLynn E Newberry, Rob Jaeger, Brianna Burke) (publicity still)
The movie combines elements of horror, suspense, and supernatural elements to create a chilling and suspenseful atmosphere. The audience is taken on a terrifying journey as the friends desperately try to escape the vengeful spirit's wrath. American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet delves into the consequences of awakening a malevolent spirit and the horrors that can ensue. The film explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the power of ancient curses. In conclusion, American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet is a horror film centered around the curse of Lilith Ratchet and the terrifying events that unfold when the spirit is awakened. The film successfully creates a chilling atmosphere and keeps the audience on the edge of their seats with its combination of horror and supernatural elements..
Reviews for "The Vengeful Spirit: American Poltergeist and the Curse of Lilith Ratchet"
1. Emily - 1 star
"American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet was an absolute disaster. The acting was wooden, and the plot was incredibly predictable. It relied on cheap jump scares rather than building up any genuine suspense. The characters were one-dimensional and completely unrelatable, making it difficult to care about their fate. The dialogue was laughable, filled with clichés and poorly delivered lines. I found myself rolling my eyes throughout the entire film. Save your time and skip this one."
2. Alex - 2 stars
"I was really disappointed with American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet. The movie had potential with an interesting premise, but it failed to deliver. The special effects were subpar, and the scares felt forced and unoriginal. The pacing was all over the place, with scenes dragging on and others feeling rushed. The characters were unlikable, making it hard to root for anyone. I was hoping for a thrilling horror experience, but all I got was a forgettable and uninspired film."
3. Mark - 1.5 stars
"American Poltergeist: The Curse of Lilith Ratchet was a mess from start to finish. The plot was incoherent and hard to follow, leaving me confused and uninterested. The acting was incredibly wooden, making it difficult to connect with any of the characters. The scares were weak, and the film relied too heavily on tired horror tropes. The visual effects were laughable, and the overall production value was lacking. I couldn't wait for the movie to end, and I definitely won't be recommending it to anyone."