Hoodlum Soldier
Hoodlum Soldier

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Hoodlum Soldier

1965
Movie
103 min
Japanese

A young intellectual conscientious objector is forced to serve with the Japanese army in Manchuria. He joins with a dim-witted former gangster in an effort to desert by stealing a train.

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: H.G. LewisGenres: Horror, Action, War

Plot Summary

A group of stranded soldiers in a remote African jungle discover a tribe of cannibals. They must fight for their survival against both the hostile natives and the treacherous environment. As their numbers dwindle, their desperation grows, leading to brutal and violent confrontations.

Critical Reception

Hoodlum Soldier is a notorious exploitation film from director H.G. Lewis, known for its graphic violence and low budget. It received little critical attention upon release, primarily being screened in grindhouse theaters. Modern reception often views it as a primitive but historically significant example of the gore-centric horror subgenre Lewis pioneered.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its relentless gore and over-the-top violence, typical of H.G. Lewis's style.

  • Criticized for its weak plot, poor acting, and technical deficiencies.

  • Considered a cult classic among fans of extreme exploitation cinema.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and polarized, with some appreciating its raw, shock-value approach and others dismissing it as crude and amateurish.

Fun Fact

H.G. Lewis often employed his family members in small roles or behind the scenes in his low-budget productions, a practice that likely extended to Hoodlum Soldier due to financial constraints.

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