PACT WITH THE DEVIL

Cinemavixion Review

Allan A. Goldstein's "Pact with the Devil" offers a modern, albeit somewhat uneven, interpretation of the classic Dorian Gray fable. Set against the backdrop of the fashion world, the film explores the corrupting influence of vanity and the Faustian bargain for eternal youth. Malcolm McDowell lends his distinctive presence as the enigmatic Henry, guiding the naive Dorian, portrayed by Ethan Erickson, into a life of superficial indulgence. While the narrative occasionally falters, the central theme of the soul's decay contrasted with physical preservation remains compelling. The film's visual style attempts to capture the allure of the protagonist's charmed existence, even as the consequences of his pact begin to manifest. It serves as a cautionary tale, questioning the true cost of beauty and the price of escaping mortality, making it a thought-provoking, if not entirely flawless, cinematic endeavor.