How ‘Hellraiser’ Takes Inspiration from the Marquis de Sade
Following the debut of “Rawhead Rex”, a movie based on Clive Barker’s short story from “The Books of Blood”, the author was furious with the outcome and opted to direct the next adaptation of his work instead. In 1987, Barker took charge of the production for “Hellraiser”. This film, inspired by his novella titled “The Hellbound Heart”, captivated horror enthusiasts and introduced the world to the Cenobites (also known as The Order of the Gash), the intriguing puzzle box called Lament Configuration, and a mythology that continues to resonate today. Often categorized alongside other popular slasher films of the era, “Hellraiser” is distinguished by its subtle complexities, going beyond the confines of typical horror movies.