After two unsatisfacory adaptations of his work, Clive Barker decided to direct one himself and it paid off with commercial success and a franchise. Hedonist Frank Cotton has a joyride to Hell and back when he messes with an occult puzzle box. Finding a way back to Earth, he terrorises his brother's family but the demonic Cenobites are on his tail. The modest budget stretches to some very grisly special effects and good acting helps bring his dark tale to life.
Ashley Laurence ( as Kirsty )
Sex : Kirsty is threatened by Frank but evades him
Death : Survives
Ashley hails from the USA where she had made a handful of TV appearances before obtaining this career-defining role. She has appeared in three of the sequels but has also worked extensively outside the franchise including voice roles.
Clare Higgins ( as Julia )
Sex : Julia has sex with her lover Frank
Death : Julia is stabbed by Frank
Clare was born in Bradford and first emerged on TV at the beginning of the eighties. This was only her second film role. Julia became her signature role although she doesn't like horror films and pulled out of the franchise after the second film. Though still to be found n film, she is more active on TV and the stage where she has won three Olivier Awards. She has also qualified as a massage therapist and psychotherapist.
Sharon Bower ( as Nurse )
Sex : No
Death : Survives
Sharon had a long career as a bit part actress on film and TV , often playing medical personnel or someone's wife. She eventually became a drama teacher.
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