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In Larry Cohen’s chilling 1976 cult classic, a New York detective is plunged into a nightmare realm when ordinary citizens, from devoted parents to loyal cops, commit inexplicable acts of violence, calmly claiming, ‘God told me to.’ As the body count rises, the detective’s investigation leads him down a rabbit hole of religious fanaticism, extraterrestrial contact, and the terrifying possibility that a higher power might be orchestrating the chaos. Blending gritty urban realism with cosmic horror, this unsettling film probes the fragile line between faith and madness, leaving viewers questioning who—or what—is truly in control.
God Told Me To
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What is God Told Me To about?
In Larry Cohen's chilling 1976 cult classic, a New York detective is plunged into a nightmare realm when ordinary citizens, from devoted parents to loyal cops, commit inexplicable acts of violence, calmly claiming, 'God told me to.' As the body count rises, the detective's investigation...
When was God Told Me To released?
God Told Me To was released in 1970.
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User Reviews
GoreHound70 – 7/10
“This one's a real hidden gem. The premise is creepy as hell, and the way the murders are staged really got under my skin. It's dated, sure, but the atmosphere and the unsettling vibe more than make up for it.”
ScaryFan88 – 6/10
“I appreciated the originality and the slow-burn approach, but it felt a bit too disjointed for my taste. Still, there are some genuinely disturbing moments that will stick with you, and it's definitely worth a watch for horror fans.”
CelluloidDemon – 5/10
“Maybe I had too high expectations, but I found this to be a bit of a mess. The acting is variable and the plot gets confusing, especially the sci-fi twist. It has its moments, but I wasn't as scared as I hoped.”
NightOwlReviews – 8/10
“I loved the gritty 70s New York vibe and the way it tackles faith and madness. The concept alone is brilliant, and while the pacing is a little uneven, the overall effect is truly unsettling. Definitely a hidden cult classic.”
