What is the children of corn about?

Children of the Corn is a 1984 American supernatural horror film produced and directed by Fritz Kiersch and starring Peter Horton, Linda Hamilton, Robert Blossom, R. G. Armstrong, and John Franklin. It is based on the 1977 short story of the same name by Stephen King. The film tells the story of a young couple who are stranded in the small town of Gatlin, Nebraska, and discover that the children of the town have formed a murderous cult that worships a mysterious entity known as "He Who Walks Behind the Rows".

Plot:

Burt (Peter Horton) and Vicky (Linda Hamilton) are a young couple driving cross-country when they get a flat tire in the small town of Gatlin, Nebraska. While Burt is changing the tire, Vicky goes into town to find a phone. She finds the town deserted, except for a group of children who are playing a strange game in the cornfields.

Vicky eventually finds a phone and calls for help, but the line is dead. She goes back to the car to find Burt missing. She eventually finds him in the cornfields, where he has been attacked by the children. Vicky manages to escape, but the children chase her. She eventually finds refuge in the town's church, where she meets Isaac (John Franklin), a young boy who is the leader of the cult.

Isaac tells Vicky that the children of Gatlin have formed a cult that worships a mysterious entity known as "He Who Walks Behind the Rows". The cult believes that He Who Walks Behind the Rows will bring them a bountiful harvest, but in return, they must sacrifice all adults. Vicky tries to escape, but the children capture her and take her to the cornfield.

Vicky is tied to a wooden post, and the children begin to chant. He Who Walks Behind the Rows appears, and Vicky is sacrificed. The children then return to town, where they continue their reign of terror.

Themes:

Children of the Corn explores several themes, including the dangers of religious fanaticism, the power of fear, and the innocence of children. The film also raises questions about the role of parents in society, and the importance of protecting children from harm.

Reception:

Children of the Corn was a critical and commercial success. The film grossed over $14 million at the box office, and received generally positive reviews from critics. The film has since become a cult classic, and has spawned several sequels and remakes.