The Neanderthal Man
A scientist develops a formula which will cause animals to regress to the form of their primitive ancestors, and tries it on himself with disastrous results.
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Plot Summary
A scientist, Dr. Kirk Patton, conducts experiments involving hibernation and the reawakening of primitive human traits. His research leads him to believe that Neanderthals might still exist in isolated pockets. However, his experiments go awry, causing a creature resembling a Neanderthal to rampage through the local countryside, creating terror and fear among the townsfolk.
Critical Reception
Released during the golden age of B-movie science fiction, 'The Neanderthal Man' is remembered as a typical example of its era, offering a blend of rudimentary scientific concepts and creature-feature thrills. While not critically acclaimed, it found an audience with its low-budget charm and straightforward horror premise.
What Reviewers Say
- A quintessential 1950s sci-fi horror B-movie.
- Features a somewhat predictable but entertaining monster plot.
- Praised for its earnest if low-budget execution of a prehistoric man concept.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but it's generally viewed as a fun, if dated, creature feature from the 1950s.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in black and white and is known for its distinctive, albeit simple, monster costume.
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