Directed by: Jonathan Louis Lewis
Starring: Heather Murphy, Natasha Talonz, Christine Svendsen, Erika Branich, Precious Cox
Distributed by: CAV Distributing
MPAA Rating: Unrated
Release Date: October 27, 2009
Running Time: 72 minutes
Film: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Extras: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Let me start with the fact that I am a big fan of the horror genre. Thought this really doesn’t fall in that genre per se, it is still a very entertaining film. Well actually let me clarify, it is a very offensive and racist film but still entertaining if that makes sense. I mean who doesn’t want to see a racist puppet go around and bang then kill white woman. Sounds like a riot right? When I first saw a trailer for this film back in 2008, I know it had to be completely over-the-top if it was to be any good. Well let’s just say it is over-the-top and then some. While the film basically sits on the border of a soft-core porno, it still manages to get some good laughs pack in some funny vulgar one liners, a lot of breasts and gore, so overall a good time. Definitely not for the easily or even moderately offended.
The premise of the film is laughable simple, Heather (Heather Murphy) makes the mistake of playing with a oujia board one night some how (of course not explained) summons the soul of Mubia, a black militant serial killer. Though there is a twist, the soul ends up taking form into a ventriloquist dummy thus becoming the “Black Devil Doll.” While though Heather instantly falls for this doll, though he is unable to cannot control his urge to rape and kill white woman or white bitches, in his terms.
I really liked the DVD presentation. The cover sleeve is double-sided with some nice artwork on the front and back. Also included is a very nice poster/booklet, which is rare to have included recently When it comes to special features, this disc is packed. There are a few trailer including original previews and exclusive festival clips. There are two commentary tracks included, one from the filmmakers and then one from Black Devil Doll himself, which is highly recommended! There is a stills gallery included and if you’ve seen the film you will want to check out the gallery. Lastly there is a few behind-the-scenes featurettes including footage from the World Premiere at New Beverly Cinema.