Film Overview"Revelation", likewise called "Warlock III: The End of Innocence", is a 1999 American horror movie directed by Eric Freiser. It is the third and last installation in the Warlock series, succeeding "Warlock" (1989) and "Warlock: The Armageddon" (1993). In spite of being part of a series, the story of "Revelation" stands alone, different from the universe of the previous two movies. Ashley Laurence stars in this film as the lead character, Kris. Her co-stars consist of Paul Francis, Jan Schweiterman, and Bruce Payne, who depicts the lead villain, the Warlock.
Setting and Main CharactersThe film starts with Kris receiving a surprise inheritance, an old New England estate, from a distant relative. Kris, who is presently a trainee at Boston Art School, is at first skeptical however decides to make a weekend journey to check her brand-new property. She takes a group of her fellow student buddies along, including her boyfriend, Michael (Paul Francis), Jerry (Jan Schweiterman), and Lisa (Angel Boris).
Unwinding the StoryAt the estate, the group comes across Phillip Covington (Bruce Payne), a man declaring to be a historian acquainted with the history of Kris's family and the estate. Nevertheless, they soon recognize that this relatively knowledgeable and friendly man is not what he seems. As the sinister history of the estate unravels, it ends up being clear that Phillip is the Warlock, a male witch who seeks the six pieces of the Devil's production to free his master and produce completion of the world.
The Rising AntagonismPhillip's wicked and misleading nature are revealed as he begins to murder Kris's good friends, absorbing their souls to increase his wonderful power and get more control over the components. When he eliminates Lisa, Jerry, and another good friend, Scott (Rick Hearst), Kris realizes the terrible truth of what is taking place and sets out to stop the Warlock.
Last Confrontation and ConclusionAs she explores her mansion more, Kris comes across an old, dirty book that holds the key to beating the Warlock. She discovers that her bloodline has actually been turned over with avoiding the Warlock from causing the Apocalypse. In the climactic final confrontation, Kris utilizes her newfound understanding and her own latent magical capabilities to conquer the Warlock. Kris kills Phillip by requiring him to swallow the six pieces of the Devil's development, causing the Warlock to implode and fade, abandoning his mission to end the world.
Production and Reception"Revelation" was straight launched to video in 1999. Critics typically regarded it less favorably than the previous movies in the series however it has gathers a cult following due to its dark and gripping storyline. The film likewise marked Bruce Payne's launching in the Warlock series and his chilling efficiency as the antagonist, boosted the environment and setting of the movie. Overall, despite blended evaluations, "Revelation" effectively provided a tale of dark witchcraft and a battle versus impending Apocalypse, supplying a fitting conclusion to the Warlock series.
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