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Caryn James, New York Times: There are only a couple of fresh and funny moments. Read more
Time Out: A predictable plot and cheapskate effects deaden Elvira's occasional witty lines, while references to the horror genre make the film busy without going anywhere. Read more
Richard Harrington, Washington Post: Elvira, Mistress of the Dark is stupid fun, a distaff, gothic version of Pee-wee's Playhouse. Read more