Alison’s Birthday (Betamax, 1981) – Australian Horror
A haunting entry in the Ozploitation horror movement, Alison’s Birthday follows Alison, a young woman who was warned during a séance as a teenager that terrible danger awaited her on her nineteenth birthday. Years later, she returns to her aunt and uncle’s home for a birthday celebration, only to find herself surrounded by strange rituals, unsettling visions, and a sinister family secret with terrifying consequences.
Written and directed by Ian Coughlan, the film combines occult horror, folk horror, and psychological suspense. Its eerie atmosphere and shocking finale have earned it a devoted cult following among fans of obscure Australian genre cinema. Horror fans on Reddit frequently praise its creepy mood and folk horror elements.
Condition: Used – see pics for condition.
Label: Australian Betamax release
Year: 1981
Genre: Horror / Occult / Folk Horror
Format: Betamax
Starring: Joanne Samuel, Lou Brown, Bunney Brooke, John Bluthal, Vincent Ball
