Abby
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Movie Review: Abby is one of the best blaxploitation movies ever!
Summary: 5 Stars
This DVD had me hysterical from beginning to end. The movie "Abby" is about an African-American woman who ends up being possessed by a demon of sexuality called Eshu and goes from being a sweet docile little minister's wife to a sexually charged, no nonsense, lusty, impish, take control type of woman who acts on her every desire. I think that her character improves tremendously once the possession takes over! She goes from meek and unhappy to someone who knows how to have some fun.
Watching Abby transform is hysterical. Some must see scenes include the fried chicken scene, the church choir scene, and the car scene where she gets a little "rough" with her prospective lover. This movie is one hundred times funnier than the so called comedies that are out nowadays.
Carol Speed, the actress who plays "Abby", probably gave the acting performance of her life in this film. The late, great William Marshall who acted in such blaxploitation classics as "Blacula," gives a commanding performance as Abby's father-in-law who combats the demon to save Abby's soul.
This DVD version released by Cinefear has many fun extras, including the original trailer, a radio spot advertising the film, and tons of lobby cards, rare production stills, and a poster gallery. There is also an extensive history of "Abby."
The quality of the transfer is very good. It is very clear and there aren't any digital blips or stops in the picture like I have seen in many DVDs I have gotten that were released by big name studios.
I highly recommend this DVD to anyone who has any interest in horror, blaxploitation, or just wants to be highly entertained for 90 minutes. Watch this movie and see why movies made in the early 1970's are the best.
Summary of Abby
Theologian Dr. Williams (William Marshall, BLACULA) travels to Nigeria on a humanitarian mission, where he finds a statue representing an ancient African god of sexuality. Meanwhile, back in the U.S., Dr Williams' son and his young wife, Abby (Carol Speed), have settled into a new home. Before long, Abby is demonstrating signs of demonic possession and unbridled sexual hunger. Soon, she is having spells where she is speaking in a frighteningly deep voice, raping men, terrorizing everyone she comes in contact with. An unbelievably fun, 1970s drive-in fusion of horror and blaxploitation, William Girdler's ABBY was initially withdrawn from theaters after Warner Brothers threatened legal action for similarities to THE EXORCIST. Product Details Number of Discs: 1 Rating: R (MPAA) Region: Region 1 UPC: 804879069393 Additional Details Format: DVD Region Code: Region 1 Credits Director: William Girdler Leading Role: Carol Speed, William Marshall, Terry Carter, Juanita MooreSimilar DVD Movies
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