CUPID'S ARROW

Cinemavixion Review

Daniel Peterson's "Cupid's Arrow" (2010) delves into the murky territory of academic ambition and forbidden science, exploring the very essence of love itself. The film centers on an unsuspecting college couple who find themselves entangled in their professor's clandestine research. This research, shrouded in mystery, aims to unlock the secrets behind romantic attraction and even recreate the mythical "Cupid's Arrow." Starring C. Thomas Howell, Chandler Rylko, and Najarra Townsend, the movie attempts to weave a tale of scientific hubris and its unintended consequences within the intimate setting of a university campus. While the premise offers intriguing dramatic potential, the film's execution, as suggested by its modest reception, presents a thought-provoking, albeit perhaps flawed, exploration of love's manipulation.