Angel Heart's Cult Following: 39 Years Later

0:00It's March 7th, here's what's happening in Entertainment. Mickey Rourke and Robert De Niro starred in the thriller Angel Heart, which hit theaters 39 years ago today. The film bombed at the box office, but has since earned a devoted cult following. In the story set in the 1950s, Rourke plays Private Eye Harry Angel, hired by De Niro's mysterious character to track down a missing singer. As Angel digs deeper in New Orleans, he uncovers Voodoo rituals in a trail of dead witnesses. The movie stirred controversy before release over a steamy sexy, featuring Lisa Bonnet and Rourke. It also faced tough competition that weekend, from hits like lethal weapon, a nightmare on Elm Street 3, and platoon. Despite the rough start, Angel Heart built a strong fan base over the years for its dark twists and atmosphere. Viewers praise its scares and storytelling. Today marks the 39-year anniversary, and fans are sharing their love online, calling it a hidden gem of 1987 cinema. Support for this D&N episode comes from our sponsor.

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