Monstrosity
Monstrosity

Monstrosity

1987Movie92 minEnglish

A young man, whose girlfriend was killed by street thugs, builds a Golem, Frankie, who is programmed to go out and kill the thugs. But all Frankie really wants is love.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: M. King BaggotGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A group of people on a remote island are terrorized by a giant, mutated spider unleashed by a mad scientist. As the creature grows and becomes more aggressive, they must find a way to stop it before it consumes them all.

Critical Reception

Monstrosity is a low-budget creature feature that garnered a cult following for its campy effects and over-the-top premise. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it has been appreciated by fans of B-movies and horror of the era for its B-movie charm and relentless monster action.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nostalgic B-movie feel and creature effects that are endearingly "bad".
  • Often cited as a prime example of 1980s independent horror.
  • Enjoyed by viewers who appreciate its straightforward, unpretentious monster mayhem.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to highlight its status as a fun, albeit cheesy, B-movie that delivers on its promise of a giant spider attack.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the Philippines, a common location for low-budget horror productions in the 1980s due to favorable production costs.

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