Satan's Playground is a rare American feature in that it has more in common with its European brethren. Stylistically it is a beautiful nightmare that is on par with the best of Argento and Bava. Story wise...it is a beautiful nightmare. Perhaps that is where its charm lies. As with the best European and more specifically Italian horror films it is required that the viewer ease back and just enjoy the onslaught of cinematic pyrotechnics. Satan's Playground is just the same. While it flourishes with an overdose of great camera work and colors it is somewhat hampered by narrative. Argento couldn't be prouder. Step into Satan's Playground for the spectacle, not the substance and you will not be disappointed. For everyone else, they just don't get it.
Review of Satan's Playground
