Man-Eater of Kumaon
Man-Eater of Kumaon

Man-Eater of Kumaon

1948
Movie
79 min
English

A doctor hunts a vicious, man-eating tiger that terrorizes a native jungle village. In time the doctor experiences a personal change when he accepts their native customs and beliefs.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Stuart HeislerGenres: Adventure, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young Indian villager, aided by a British hunter, sets out to hunt down the man-eating tiger that has been terrorizing his village. The tiger has killed many villagers, including the hunter's father, making the hunt a personal vendetta for both men. They face numerous challenges and dangers in the dense jungles of Kumaon, encountering other wildlife and hostile conditions.

Critical Reception

The film was met with mixed reviews. While some critics praised its exotic setting and action sequences, others found the plot predictable and the performances uneven. It was a moderate commercial success, capitalizing on the popularity of jungle adventure films and its lead actor, Sabu.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its jungle atmosphere and the presence of Sabu.
  • Criticized for a formulaic story and lack of suspense.
  • Some noted the thrilling tiger hunt sequences.

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Fun Fact

The film was based on the 1947 novel of the same name by Jim Corbett, a renowned hunter and conservationist known for his accounts of hunting man-eating tigers and leopards in India.

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