Supersonic Man
Supersonic Man

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Supersonic Man

1979
Movie
88 min
Spanish

Kronos, hero of a distant galaxy, tangles with mad scientist Gulik over the fate of mankind.

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IMDb4.6/10
Director: Juan Piquer SimónGenres: Action, Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A space-faring alien sends a powerful amulet to Earth, which finds its way to a bumbling policeman named Paul. When Paul dons the amulet, he transforms into the mighty Supersonic Man, tasked with defending humanity from the evil extraterrestrial, Dr. Kumars. The film follows Supersonic Man's often clumsy attempts to battle villains and save the day.

Critical Reception

Critically, Supersonic Man is widely regarded as a cult B-movie, known more for its unintentional humor and low-budget charm than its cinematic quality. While it failed to achieve mainstream success, it has garnered a cult following among fans of cheesy sci-fi and superhero films.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often cited for its campy tone and poor special effects.

  • Praised by some for its earnest, if misguided, attempt at a superhero film.

  • Frequently discussed for its bizarre plot points and dialogue.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally lean towards it being a campy, enjoyable bad movie experience, rather than a critically acclaimed piece of cinema.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by Enrique López Rodero, who also produced the Spanish horror classic 'The Living Dead at Manchester Morgue'.

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