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Draining Lizards
When two down-on-their luck thieves are tricked into protecting a 3000 year old magic Chinese artifact, they think they've hit the jackpot. But there is an army of martial arts killers who will stop at nothing, anything to get the artifact back and harness it's power. Now these bad guys have to become good in order to save the world.
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Plot Summary
A group of scientists on a remote island discover a species of lizard that drains the life force from anything it touches. As the creatures multiply, the scientists must find a way to survive and escape before they are all consumed.
Critical Reception
Draining Lizards received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is widely regarded as a poorly made B-movie with a nonsensical plot, terrible acting, and cheap special effects. It has gained a cult following among fans of 'so bad it's good' cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised by a niche audience for its unintentional humor and campy B-movie aesthetic.
Universally panned for its low production values, weak script, and nonsensical plot.
Considered a prime example of a film that fails on nearly every technical and artistic level.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's obscurity, but those available generally echo critical sentiments, often citing its extreme lack of quality and entertainment value, though some find a perverse enjoyment in its sheer badness.
Fun Fact
Despite its minimal budget and poor reception, 'Draining Lizards' has occasionally been featured in lists of the worst films ever made.
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