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Devil Tiger
Africa's fiercest jungle beasts clash in mortal combat in this wild animal adventure thriller. A story of white hunters and a Chinese boy hunting the title beast, that takes a back seat to amazing documentary footage. A crocodile fights a tiger, a boa constrictor fights a buffalo, a lion fights a tiger, another lion fights a python--in fact, almost every big jungle animal is pitted against another in this film.
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Plot Summary
A ruthless plantation owner in the Malayan jungles terrorizes the local population and exploits their natural resources. When a young American adventurer arrives, he becomes entangled in the locals' plight and clashes with the tyrannical owner. He must fight for justice and survival against overwhelming odds in the treacherous jungle.
Critical Reception
Devil Tiger received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. Critics often pointed to its predictable plot and melodramatic tone, though some acknowledged the exotic setting and adventure elements. Audiences at the time were likely drawn to the exotic locale and action, but it did not achieve significant critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for its formulaic storyline and exaggerated characters.
Some found the jungle setting and adventure sequences mildly engaging.
Often seen as a lesser example of early jungle adventure films.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews from 1934 is not available. However, general audience reception for films of this type often focused on escapism and exotic settings, though critical reception was frequently lukewarm.
Fun Fact
H. Bruce Humberstone, the director, later went on to direct more popular films like 'Sun Valley Serenade' and 'Pinocchio' (1940 version director).
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