Superstition1982

Director
James W. Roberson

Acters

James Houghton (Rev. David Thompson)
Albert Salmi (Inspector Sturgess)
Lynn Carlin (Melinda Leahy)
Larry Pennell (Reverend George Leahy)
Jacquelyn Hyde (Elvira Sharack)
Robert Symonds (Reverend Andrew Pike)

A witch put to death in 1692 swears vengeance on her persecutors and returns to the present day to punish their descendants.
A family moves into a long-condemned New England household with a big pond out back that everybody loves to swim in. Soon, however, they find that the pond was the site of the execution- by-drowning of a witch three hundred years before, and she’s back to revenge herself on anybody nearby, whether they’re Catholic or not.
“Superstition” was extremely popular on video in the UK. It was so popular that it actually got a subsequent cinema release in 1984, under the title “The Witch”. This is one of the few times a video release was followed up by a theatrical release, rather than the other way around.
“This gory little obscure gem I first saw during its initial VHS release and was fascinated by it then and even more so now considering its lingering unknown status as one of the better unsung horror movies of the last few decades. With its loyal, yet small fanbase, hopefully more people will see the film and enjoy it for its creative energy.” – Cool Ass Cinema
“’Superstition’ contains one of the best kills ever in a horror movie. Not only does it come out of nowhere, it is so badass that even the most hardened fright-film fan will sit up and take notice.” – DVDSleuth.com
“What can I say? Superstition fucking rocked. By turns gross, funny, and yes, even scary, they just don’t make ’em like this anymore. From the synth music to the darkened corners to the creepy glimpses we get of Elondra stalking the halls, this movie is chock full of grody, cheesy, schlocky ’80s fun. Check it out – it’s simple!“ – FinalGirl.rocks