The Astrologer
The Astrologer

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The Astrologer

1976
Movie
77 min
English

Craig Alexander, a con-man "psychic" on the carnival circuit receives the opportunity to pilfer some legendary rubies in Kenya. His luck holds and he winds up the sole beneficiary of the ill-gotten wealth, which he parlays into an astrological broadcasting empire. But once he reaches the top, there's only one direction he can go...

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: C. Thomas HowellGenres: Sci-Fi, Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A wealthy, narcissistic astrologer believes he has the power to control the fate of the world. He manipulates people and events based on his horoscopes, leading to increasingly absurd and dangerous situations. His elaborate schemes are designed to prove his supposed cosmic influence, often with disastrous and darkly comedic consequences for those around him.

Critical Reception

The Astrologer is widely considered a cult classic, known for its bizarre premise and eccentric execution rather than critical acclaim. While it garnered a cult following over the years, it was largely overlooked or panned by mainstream critics upon its release, often cited for its campy tone and questionable special effects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique, albeit bizarre, premise and cult appeal.

  • Often criticized for its low-budget effects and uneven pacing.

  • Viewed as a campy and entertaining oddity by its fans.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely reflect its cult status, with some finding it hilariously bad and others appreciating its campy charm. It's generally seen as an enjoyable, albeit strange, viewing experience for those seeking offbeat cinema.

Fun Fact

The film was re-edited and re-released several times, with different titles and even new footage added, contributing to its niche status and confusion about its original form.

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EmmanuelGoldstein

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**The Room before The Room** It's one of those movies which from any conventional angle is a really bad movie, but then again there is something indescribable about it that while not redeeming in any way, certainly launches it in the "so...