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Lewd Lizard
A young suitor loses his girlfriend to a wealthy businessman. At first he's angry. Then in a fit of depression, he goes to the sea shore where he finds lizards. Immediately he puts the lizards into a bag and takes them home. Then he becomes obsessed with ladies dirty underwear and he steals six or seven "tainted" ones from public restrooms and brothels. At this point the man mixes the juices from the underwear with a special "aggressive compound" and then injects the fluid into the lizards. The little reptiles (now hooked on "love juice") become soldiers in his personal battle against females. "I hate women!" he screams, holding helpless victim's legs apart allowing the little creatures to gain entrance. Lots of women die, driven mad with sexual ecstasy and pain, while the misogynist psycho howls with laughter.
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Plot Summary
In the gritty urban landscape of the 1970s, a morally ambiguous private investigator takes on a dangerous case involving a missing woman and a powerful crime syndicate. As he delves deeper into the city's underbelly, he finds himself entangled in a web of corruption, betrayal, and violence. His investigation uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power, forcing him to confront his own demons and fight for survival.
Critical Reception
Lewd Lizard received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics were divided on its gritty realism and violent content, with some praising its raw energy and Johnson's performance, while others found its narrative convoluted and its themes gratuitous. Audience reception was similarly polarized, contributing to its moderate box office performance.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric portrayal of urban decay and a compelling lead performance.
Criticized for its gratuitous violence and a somewhat predictable plot.
Seen as a typical, if somewhat grim, crime drama of its era.
Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a gritty and intense ride, with many appreciating Don Johnson's tough-guy persona. However, some viewers felt the plot was too dark and lacked a satisfying resolution, while others found the pacing to be uneven.
Fun Fact
The distinctive, synth-heavy score for Lewd Lizard was composed by Tangerine Dream, a German electronic music group known for their atmospheric soundscapes.
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