Linda Gross of the Los Angeles Times found the story "a confusing vacillation between special effects, hallucinations, psychic trances and ongoing narration," but thought the film was "distinguished by engrossing performances," "superior photography" and "eerie music."
Linda Gross of the Los Angeles Times found the story a perplexing blend of special effects, hallucinations, psychic trances, and continuous narration, but thought the film was "distinguished by captivating performances," "outstanding photography" and "haunting music."