Plot Synopsis
Vietnam War veteran David Kates is haunted by the atrocities he witnessed on the battlefield which makes him struggle greatly with life. As the horrors of an enemy major who executed war crimes plague him, David begins to lose touch with reality. In order to silence the issues within his mind, he takes to targeting and gruesomely killing young brunette women that are flashing reminders of his wartime nightmare. These murders are used as a way for him to cope with his delusions and insanity. He paints a chilling and grotesque portrait of a man who is haunted and tormented by his dreams.
He proceeds to escape the institution which captures him and goes on a relentless killing spree. In an attempt to free himself from his inner turmoil, he murders his doctors, escaping the facility and leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. David, now posing as a psychologist, showcases himself as a trusted figure in the police force, manipulates his colleagues to further his own agenda of seeking out the so-called killers and further victimizes innocent people. He proceeds to place himself deeper within the delusions and paintings of a shattered mind. With the episode culminating to a heart racing finale, viewers are left wondering what parts of the story are real and what portions stem from David’s plagued and shattered psyche.
Cast and Characters
- Sal Longo as David Kates: The tormented veteran whose descent into madness drives the chilling events.
- Tina Krause and Deana Demko: Scream queens who play pivotal roles in unraveling the mystery of David’s twisted psyche.
- Michelle Caporaletti as Detective Lane: A determined investigator who begins to piece together the horrifying truth.
- Cristie Clark, Laura Giglio, and Clancy McCauley round out the cast as victims and unwitting players in David’s deadly game.
Why It Stands Out
“Fatal Delusion,” goes beyond just being a slasher film. It is more of a mind-boggling thriller that chronicles the horrors of having PTSD and the effects of disregarded mental conditions. The filthiness of the film is further captured by David’s raw performances which make the viewer fathom the horrors in his head. Murdered, and all the other things as delusions in the film, are equally horrifying. David is both the duel character and the context to the film. He is a predator and at the same time, a reliable beast. This reinforces the suspense and guarantees the audience are left biting their fingernails in anticipation.
The shadow graphics cinematography, means that more focus is placed on visual distorting to instill a stronger feeling of anxiety. Every frame is slowly and meticulously crafted to enhance the feel of disconnection from David’s hallucination and reality, causing the audience to doubt the scene. The horror score furthers the chills, crafting an eerie feeling that stretches long past the end of the movie.
Watch the Trailer
The trailer for “Fatal Delusion” is enticingly enigmatic. The visuals combined with a suspenseful echo encourage you to remain seated to the very end of the movie. and make sure you have an experience worth your money’s worth.