They Came from the Attic

Released in 1978, They Came from the Attic is a low-budget American comedy horror film directed by Eugene Corbett. The movie revolves around the life of a teenage boy, who finds himself in a precarious situation when he is left home alone for the weekend. The story commences with the introduction of David (played by Mark Dinning), a teenage boy living in a somewhat dilapidated house. As the weekend arrives, David's parents depart, leaving him alone to fend for himself. Initially, David is thrilled at the prospect of having his house to himself. He indulges in his favorite hobbies, such as watching television and eating ice cream, but his euphoria is short-lived. As night begins to fall, David discovers that his home is inhabited by an assortment of bizarre and terrifying creatures that reside in his attic. The creatures, consisting of werewolves, mummies, and other supernatural beings, emerge from the attic and wreak havoc on the household. As the nocturnal invaders begin to wreak havoc, David realizes that he must survive the night to make it till morning when his parents return. However, his attempts to protect himself and his home are hindered by the fact that he is a teenage boy, still learning to navigate the responsibilities of adulthood. David's resourcefulness and wit are put to the test as he attempts to defend his home against the various monsters that descend upon him. He resorts to using everyday household items to fend off the creatures, such as a vacuum cleaner and tennis rackets, but these makeshift defenses are no match for the sheer ferocity of the attackers. As the night wears on, David's situation becomes increasingly dire. He finds himself facing off against a particularly vicious werewolf, a giant mummy, and other fearsome creatures that seem to be endless in their attacks. In a last-ditch effort to survive the night, David turns to a seemingly abandoned television in his basement, hoping to find some solace in the fictional world of his favorite television shows. However, David's plan backfires, and he finds himself transported into the television, where he becomes an unwitting participant in a bizarre and often surreal world. Here, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters who seem to be trapped in a seemingly endless loop of absurd scenarios. One of the more bizarre creatures that David encounters within the confines of the television is a grotesque, giant-headed creature that appears to be a parody of the typical monstrous villain. This creature serves as a symbol of the way that media can warp and distort our perceptions of reality. The creature is a product of the fictional world, one that exists solely within the confines of the television and David's imagination. In a series of increasingly surreal and often hilarious scenarios, David finds himself trapped in a never-ending cycle of comedy and horror, as he navigates the topsy-turvy world of the television. It is only when he discovers the source of the television show's infinite loop - a seemingly supernatural artifact that he found in the attic - that he is able to break free from the confines of the television and return to the real world. Upon returning to his physical reality, David finds that the night has passed, and his parents have returned. However, David's encounter with the creatures in his attic and within the confines of the television has left him shaken and somewhat traumatized. His experience has also left him questioning his perception of reality, and he cannot help but wonder whether the events of the previous night were merely a product of his imagination, or if they were genuine occurrences. In conclusion, They Came from the Attic is a low-budget horror-comedy film that provides a unique take on the typical horror movie scenario. The film's blend of slapstick humor and absurd, often surreal scenarios makes it a unique and entertaining take on the horror genre. While it may not be as polished or sophisticated as some of its more mainstream contemporaries, They Came from the Attic remains a cult classic that has garnered a loyal following of fans who appreciate its offbeat humor and bizarre, dreamlike scenarios.