The article discusses a British horror film set in a nunnery during World War II, featuring a blend of absurdity and retro charm reminiscent of low-budget horror from the 1970s. It introduces a cast of eccentric nuns dealing with comedic, bespectacled horrors including a baby and low-level demonic influences, resulting in chaotic, violent situations. With a unique premise and light-hearted execution, the film stands out as a testament to the genre's quirky roots while providing humor through its character-driven portrayals, especially of Mother Superior and the less devout Eleanor.
‘This cheap-as-chips British horror concerning demented nuns is risible in the extreme,.. but there’s something about its willingness to commit to the bit...’
‘Set during the second world war on an island off the coast of Scotland, the film takes place almost entirely within the confines of a nunnery called St Augustine's...’
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