Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters
Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters

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Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters

1982
Movie
72 min
Indonesian

Spoof based (loosely) on an old Indonesian film, which has had the old foreign soundtrack removed and replaced by an over-dubbed English track. Central character is a female wrestler who has decided that she no longer wants to wrestle, but whose mother (a former wrestler herself) wants her to keep wrestling to make money so her brother can have the operation (his seminal vessels run to his skull, rather than his groin, which purportedly will cause his head to explode if he gets too excited). During the course of her story (in which a number of brawls ensue), she is befriended by a Elvis-impersonating martial artist. This recut/redubbed version is 72 minutes long.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Director: N/AGenres: Action, Comedy, War

Plot Summary

In a fictionalized war-torn Southeast Asian country, a group of American women, including a journalist, a mercenary, and a disillusioned spy, band together to rescue captured soldiers and destabilize a brutal regime. They must overcome their personal differences and navigate treacherous jungle terrain while evading enemy patrols and facing down a ruthless warlord.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters' was largely met with indifference by critics, who often cited its low budget and formulaic plot. Audiences, however, found some entertainment value in its over-the-top action sequences and the charismatic performances of its lead actresses. It has since gained a cult following for its campy portrayal of female empowerment within a B-movie action framework.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic action sequences and a surprisingly fun, albeit campy, tone.

  • Criticized for its predictable plot and thin character development.

  • Seen as a B-movie with a cult following for its unique blend of genre elements.

Google audience: While specific Google user reviews are scarce, general audience sentiment suggests appreciation for the film's adventurous spirit and the lead actresses' efforts, despite its numerous technical limitations and plot holes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, leading to many of its props and special effects appearing deliberately amateurish, which has contributed to its cult status.

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