Satan’s Blade

Satan’s Blade

Year: 1984

Runtime: 82 mins

Language: English

HorrorHorror the undead and monster classicsGory gruesome and slasher horrorGothic and eerie haunting horrorTwisted dark psychological thriller

At a mountain resort, a local resident is possessed by the evil spirit of an ancient mountain man, and terrorizes a ski lodge.

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Timeline & Setting – Satan’s Blade (1984)

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Time period

November 1981

The events unfold in late autumn transitioning into early winter, with cold temperatures and frequent snowfall. The era places the film before digital technology, relying on traditional weapons and close-quarters danger. The mood reflects a rural, pre-1980s policing vibe where isolation amplifies the threat and suspense.

Location

Snowy Mountain Cabin Resort

A remote mountain cabin resort sits at the edge of a frozen lake, reachable only by winding roads blanketed in snow. The clustered cabins and a nearby lake create a claustrophobic setting ideal for a thriller. The snow and forest around the resort foster a sense of danger, as the outside world is distant and the interior is filled with suspicion. The isolated environment heightens fear as characters confront both a killer and the harsh weather.

❄️ Snowy 🏔️ Mountain 🏨 Resort 🧭 Isolated

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Main Characters – Satan’s Blade (1984)

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Tony slug (Tom Bongiorno)

One of the two married couples staying at the resort to celebrate Tony's law school graduation. He is portrayed as sociable and steady, serving as a stabilizing presence in the group. His interactions with Stephanie hint at a budding connection before tragedy erupts as violence descends on the cabin.

🎓 Law student 🧭 Leader 🤝 Social

Stephanie slug (Stephanie Leigh Steel)

A college student among the group of vacationers who befriends Tony. She becomes entangled in the night's terror, witnesses the murders of her friends, and fights to survive. Her eventual fate underscores the fragility of safety in a night of relentless violence.

🎓 College student 🌀 Curious 💃 Social

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Major Themes – Satan’s Blade (1984)

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💰 Greed

The bank robbery sets off a chain of violence driven by the lure of money. Characters' willingness to betray or kill for cash reveals who they truly are under pressure. The pursuit of wealth intensifies fear and accelerates the killings as the plot tightens.

🗝️ Deception

Trust is eroded as appearances mask hidden motives within the resort community. Secrets, alibis, and misdirection keep characters guessing and heighten the sense that danger lurks behind every door. The eventual reveal shows how deception can be the deadliest weapon.

🌨️ Survival

Isolated by snow and distance from civilization, characters must endure amidst escalating violence. The cabins become traps where loyalty dissolves and quick, desperate decisions decide who lives. Survival hinges on nerves, wits, and the ability to read danger before it closes in.

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