Bride of the Gorilla
Bride of the Gorilla

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Bride of the Gorilla

1951
Movie
70 min
English

The owner of a plantation in the jungle marries a beautiful woman. Shortly afterward, he is plagued by a strange voodoo curse which transforms him into a gorilla. But is his transformation real or is it all in his head?

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Curt SiodmakGenres: Horror, Mystery, Film-Noir

Plot Summary

A plantation owner in the tropics becomes convinced that his wife is involved in witchcraft and is trying to kill him. He is aided by his loyal servant who seems to know more than he lets on. As paranoia mounts, the owner's sanity erodes, leading to a confrontation with the supernatural and his own demise.

Critical Reception

Bride of the Gorilla is a cult classic B-movie known for its atmospheric direction and suspenseful narrative, though its low budget is evident. It's often praised for its effective use of shadow and sound to create a chilling effect, despite its occasional slow pacing and melodramatic elements. Audiences and critics alike appreciate its unique blend of horror and film noir.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric horror and suspense.

  • Lon Chaney Jr.'s performance is noted as a highlight.

  • The film noir elements add a unique layer to the horror.

Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available, general audience reception for Bride of the Gorilla tends to focus on its enduring cult status and effectiveness as a low-budget, atmospheric thriller from the early 1950s.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the United States, but its exotic jungle setting was achieved through a combination of a limited amount of location shooting and skillful set design, contributing to its claustrophobic and eerie atmosphere.

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