"Hellraiser" is a 1987 horror film directed by Clive Barker. The film follows a woman named Kirsty Cotton, who becomes embroiled in a series of terrifying events after her uncle Frank, a man with a taste for the occult, returns from the dead. Frank had previously opened a mysterious puzzle box that summoned a group of demonic creatures known as Cenobites, led by their leader Pinhead, who proceed to torment and torment him. Kirsty must then confront the Cenobites and the puzzle box in order to save herself and her family from the horrors that have been unleashed. The movie is known for its intense, graphic violence and its terrifying depiction of the Cenobites, who have become iconic figures in horror cinema.
"Hellraiser" has received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. The film is praised for its unique and original concept, as well as its intense and graphic violence. The Cenobites, and specifically Pinhead, are also frequently cited as being among the most iconic and terrifying figures in horror cinema. The film's pacing and atmosphere are also frequently praised for being effectively eerie and unsettling. Some viewers criticized the film as being too graphic and disturbing.
Overall, "Hellraiser" is considered a classic of the horror genre and has a strong cult following. It has also spawned several sequels and a franchise, which have varying levels of success.