ART OF THE DEAD

Cinemavixion Review

Rolfe Kanefsky's "Art of the Dead" (2019) delves into the sinister side of artistic creation, presenting a supernatural horror narrative centered around a collection of cursed paintings. The film posits that a wealthy estate owner, Dylan Wilson, unknowingly invites malevolent forces into his home by acquiring seven artworks, each embodying one of the seven deadly sins. The plot meticulously details how these paintings corrupt those who come into contact with them, from Pride to Wrath. The story's resolution hinges on the efforts of Father Mendale and Louis' girlfriend, Kim, who must race against time to save the Wilson family from the destructive power of Dorian Wilde's cursed creations. While the film may not have garnered widespread critical acclaim, its premise offers a classic horror trope with a visual twist, exploring themes of temptation and damnation through the medium of art. The ensemble cast, including Tara Reid and Richard Grieco, navigates this descent into madness, attempting to thwart the ancient evil unleashed by the "Art of the Dead."