THE VAULT

Parents (1989) Explained: Beyond the Blood

Scare Score: 6.6/100

There's A New Name For Terror...

The Premise

Michael is a young boy living in a typical 1950s suburbanite home... except for his bizarre and horrific nightmares, and continued unease around his parents. Young Michael begins to suspect his parents are cooking more than just hamburgers on the grill outside, but has trouble explaining his fears to his new-found friend Sheila, or the school's social worker.

Why It Terrifies Us

Categorized under Psychological Horror, Black Comedy, Parents taps into fundamental fears. The 6.6/100 Scare Score is well-earned. The themes of cannibal, parents, black comedy continually haunt viewers long after the credits roll.

Into The Vault

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