''Hellraiser'' (Cenobites) (1987)

By Crusader1307

Fictional creatures created by British horror Writer Clive Barker, The ''Cenobites'' inhabit the world of the Hellraiser film series. Their origins are extremely varied (but do feature a common bond in their mythos). Cenobites are viewed as either angels or demons (depending on your preference). Residing in Hell, they are religious Order members of a Hedonistic Cult. They explore man's depravity and sin (very similar to the Marquis de Sade). Brought into out world via a small puzzle box (upon which, when activated -  opens a doorway between Hell and our world). Each Cenobite appearance is based on their own depravity. By opening  The Box , one signals one's intention to be an explorer of pain, as The Cenobites are. They are unrelenting and will not stop until their victim is in Hell. Only very special transgressors can be advanced to the position of Cenobite. The Order is overseen by a particularly nasty demon named Pinhead (so named for the driven spikes that cover his head and face). The 1986 film was a very successful film franchise that spawned 6 sequels and numerous books and graphic novels.