
In this 1988 horror film directed by Wes Craven, a Harvard anthropologist, played by Bill Pullman, travels to Haiti to investigate a mysterious powder rumored to have the power to bring the dead back to life. As he delves deeper into the world of voodoo, he encounters a series of terrifying and surreal experiences that blur the line between science and superstition. The film is based on a non-fiction book by Wade Davis and is noted for its atmospheric depiction of Haitian culture and voodoo practices. While it did not receive any major awards, it remains a cult classic for its unique blend of horror and anthropology. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.