Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest

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"In the heart of a city, an adult nightmare is about to be reborn..."
  • R
  • 1994
  • 1 hr 32 min
  • 4.3  (8,298)

Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest is a horrify movie, released in 1995, with a focus on a demonic cult that worships a dark deity, He Who Walks Behind the Rows. The story revolves around two brothers, Joshua and Eli, who are orphaned and subsequently adopted by a childless couple after their father is killed in an accident on a farm. The family moves from the country to the city, where the brothers' new environment awakens the dormant powers of Eli, who becomes the leader of a group of his schoolmates.

From the opening scene, the movie establishes a tone of dread and unease. The camera pans over abandoned cornfields and an empty farmhouse, as a deep voice intones "the fields have been barren for too long." It's a creepy and effective way of conveying that something sinister is afoot. The story picks up when Eli, the younger of the two brothers, is first introduced. He represents a typical teenage boy, but his appearance distorts to give off an eerie vibe. His brother Joshua has the more conventional childhood experience, playing with his new friends and attending school.

Eli, on the other hand, soon becomes involved with a demonic cult that worships He Who Walks Behind the Rows. One of the most enjoyable aspects of the movie is the introduction of the new villain, Malekith, The Vampiric Necromancer. He looks like a stereotypical vampire, with white face paint, long black hair, and a cape. His presence adds a layer of fear to the plot.

As the plot unfolds, Josh becomes curious about his brother's strange behavior and joins his new friends in breaking into the closed-down cornfield. They discover that the corn is still growing, and Eli comes face to face with He Who Walks Behind the Rows, who appears as a giant demon with glowing eyes. It's a chilling moment that emphasizes the cult's dangerous devotion.

Despite the movie being the third entry in the Children of the Corn series, it retains a sense of novelty by further exploring the mythology of He Who Walks Behind the Rows. The child cult aspect is also well-done and makes for an eerie commentary on the nature of groupthink and its consequences.

The cinematography is also worth noting, with excellent use of shadows to create a foreboding atmosphere. The film's pacing is slow, which will put off some viewers, but it matches the creepy vibe the movie is trying to establish. The soundtrack, featuring ominous chanting and droning sounds, is another highlight.

Overall, Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest is a well-crafted and chilling horror movie. It features strong performances from its cast, a creepy soundtrack, and excellent cinematography. While it may not have the same cultural impact as the original, it stands as a strong entry in the series and is well worth watching for fans of the horror genre.

Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest is a 1994 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 32 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.3.

Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest
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  • Release Date
    1994
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 32 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    4.3  (8,298)
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