Hell Comes to Frogtown
Hell Comes to Frogtown

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Hell Comes to Frogtown

1988
Movie
88 min
English

'Hell' is the name of the hero of the story. He's a prisoner of the women who now run the USA after a nuclear/biological war. Results of the war are that mutants have evolved, and the human race is in danger of extinction due to infertility. Hell is given the task of helping in the rescue of a group of fertile women from the harem of the mutant leader (resembling a frog). Hell cannot escape since he has a bomb attached to his private parts which will detonate if he strays more than a few hundred yards from his guard.

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IMDb5.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes29%
Google Users70%
Director: Randal KleiserGenres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic future, Commander Total, a skilled warrior, is tasked with rescuing abducted women from a warlord's fortress. His mission is complicated by his own mutagenic condition, which makes him sterile and vulnerable. He must overcome various mutated creatures and treacherous terrain to save the women and prevent further subjugation.

Critical Reception

Hell Comes to Frogtown is a cult classic known for its over-the-top action, campy humor, and distinctive B-movie aesthetic. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it has gained a dedicated following for its unique premise and Roddy Piper's charismatic performance. It's often viewed as a fun, if gratuitous, entry into the post-apocalyptic action genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique, outlandish premise and B-movie charm.

  • Roddy Piper's energetic performance is a highlight.

  • Often cited as a guilty pleasure for its campy action and dialogue.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's entertainment value as a fun, albeit low-budget, action flick. Many appreciate its campy nature and the memorable presence of its star, Roddy Piper, finding it an enjoyable watch for its specific brand of genre fare.

Fun Fact

The film was intended to be a vehicle for professional wrestler Roddy Piper, who plays the lead role of Commander Total.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

***Fun, quirky sci-fi/fantasy with Roddy Piper and Sandahl Bergman*** In the post-apocalyptic landscape of the American Southwest, Sam Hellman (Roddy Piper) becomes property of the provisional government and is taken by agent Spangle (S...