Conquest
To mark his passage into manhood, young Ilias is gifted a magical bow by his father and embarks upon a journey into the wilderness to rid the land of evil, all the while battling the witch Ocron, who wishes to steal the bow for her own nefarious ends.
Why it matters
A low-budget fantasy horror that blends coming-of-age rites with rustic fairy tale menace, Conquest delivers a raw, unpolished journey into primal fears and ancient evils.
- A cult favorite for fans of 80s regional horror, showcasing earnest ambition over polish.
- Practical effects and creature designs that embody the era’s resourceful DIY spirit.
- Themes of manhood, wilderness, and magic tap into folk horror’s timeless anxieties.
- Uneven pacing and rough performances won’t win over everyone, but they add a haunting, off-kilter charm.
Director
22 horror films in catalog
A Lizard in a Woman's Skin 1971
Don't Torture a Duckling 1972
The Psychic 1977
Zombie Flesh Eaters 1979
City of the Living Dead 1980
The House by the Cemetery 1981
The Beyond 1981
The Black Cat 1981
The New York Ripper 1982
Manhattan Baby 1982
Conquest 1983
Murder-Rock: Dancing Death 1984
Ænigma 1987
Zombie Flesh Eaters 2 1988
Touch of Death 1988
Sodoma's Ghost 1988
The Sweet House of Horrors 1989
The House of Clocks 1989
A Cat in the Brain 1990
Demonia 1990
Voices from Beyond 1991
Door Into Silence 1991
Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
28
Slow Burn
0
Psychological
29
Supernatural
100
Creature
55
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
50
Cerebral
43
Survival
50
Monster
