Cannibal Mercenary
A retired soldier is deeply disturbed by his past experiences in Vietnam, but goes out in the jungle one more time to save his sick daughter. He gathers his old gang of misfits, including a sex-maniac and a wife-killer. They slay their way through Vietcong, innocent villagers and traitors - anybody who stands between them and getting the job done.
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Plot Summary
A brutal mercenary leads a group of soldiers on a dangerous mission into the Amazon jungle to rescue a kidnapped scientist. However, their expedition quickly descends into a nightmare as they encounter hostile indigenous tribes and face the horrors of survival in a land where human flesh is a delicacy.
Critical Reception
Cannibal Mercenary, also known as 'Amazonia: The New Barbaric' or 'Cannibal Terror', is a notorious entry in the Italian cannibal film genre. It is often criticized for its gratuitous violence and exploitation, though some appreciate its intense atmosphere and gore, characteristic of director Umberto Lenzi's work.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised by some for its relentless gore and jungle atmosphere.
- Widely condemned for its extreme violence and exploitative nature.
- Considered a prime example of the controversial 'cannibal film' subgenre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those that exist often highlight its shock value and extreme gore, while others express disgust and find it gratuitously violent and offensive.
Fun Fact
Director Umberto Lenzi was known for his prolific output in the exploitation and horror genres, often pushing boundaries with extreme content.
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