Slugs
Slugs

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Slugs

1988
Movie
89 min
Spanish

People are dying mysteriously and gruesomely, and nobody has a clue what the cause is. Only health worker Mike Brady has a possible solution, but his theory of killer slugs is laughed at by the authorities. Only when the body count begins to rise and a slug expert from England begins snooping around does it begin to look like Mike had the right idea after all.

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IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Director: Juan Piquer SimónGenres: Horror, Thriller, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a quiet, idyllic town, a series of gruesome deaths begin to occur. It soon becomes apparent that the victims are being attacked by mutated, flesh-eating slugs. A local health inspector and a detective must race against time to uncover the source of the horrifying infestation and stop the slugs before they consume the entire town.

Critical Reception

Slugs is a cult horror film known for its over-the-top gore and campy B-movie sensibilities. While critically panned upon release for its low budget, weak acting, and nonsensical plot, it has since gained a following among horror enthusiasts who appreciate its unique brand of schlock.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often cited for its creative and gruesome kills.

  • Appreciated by fans of B-movies and creature features.

  • Noted for its unintentional comedic elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some enjoying the film for its campy, gory B-movie charm and others criticizing its poor production values and nonsensical plot.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Spain, with many of the special effects created using practical, albeit gruesome, methods.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_Perhaps the greatest film about killer slugs ever made_** In a town north of the Finger Lakes in New York, mutated black slugs start preying on the populace. Michael Garfield plays the health inspector who sounds the alarm, but is rid...