Frogs
Frogs

Frogs

1983Movie80 minFrench

On an island in the middle of the ocean, inhabited by men and women-frogs, Nora, a beautiful Russian spy, wants revenge for the betrayal of her lover, the artist Tibor.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: George McCowanGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A wealthy family gathers at their sprawling Southern plantation for a Fourth of July picnic. However, their celebration is violently interrupted when the local frog population, driven to an unnatural rage, begins a brutal and relentless attack on the humans. Trapped and defenseless, the family must fight for survival against the amphibious horde.

Critical Reception

Frogs is a schlocky creature feature that gained a cult following for its over-the-top premise and gore. While not critically acclaimed, it's often cited as a prime example of 1970s/80s animal attack films, appreciated more for its B-movie charm and effective, albeit gruesome, kills than for its narrative or acting.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film delivers a gory and suspenseful premise with its killer frog antagonists.
  • Offers a unique, if somewhat absurd, take on the animal attack subgenre.
  • Relies heavily on its shocking moments and creature effects for entertainment value.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely based on nostalgia and appreciation for its campy horror elements, with many finding it a fun, albeit low-brow, creature feature.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be released in 1972 but was delayed for several years due to distribution issues and reshoots.

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