The Strong Man
The Strong Man

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The Strong Man

1985
Movie
60 min
Japanese

Pink film by Satoru Kobayashi.

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IMDb5.0/10
Director: John R. Cherry IIIGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

In this low-budget comedy, a naive farm boy named Bob is tricked by his cousin into believing he has a destiny to become a world-famous strongman. He embarks on a series of misadventures, often involving small-town circuses and bizarre competitions, all while trying to live up to the exaggerated expectations placed upon him.

Critical Reception

The Strong Man is a largely forgotten, low-budget comedy that received very little critical attention upon its release. It is generally regarded as a B-movie with a simple premise and often amateurish execution, appealing primarily to those who enjoy a particular brand of offbeat or cult comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on slapstick humor and a somewhat nonsensical plot.

  • The film's charm, if any, comes from its earnest, albeit unpolished, execution.

  • Often described as a cult film for its obscure nature and unique comedic style.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'The Strong Man (1985)' is not readily available, suggesting it did not garner significant audience discussion or ratings on the platform.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by John R. Cherry III, who is best known for creating and directing the Ernest P. Worrell film series.

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