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The Car
Mahadevan and his uncle Kumar are still struggling to find money after the deaths of Mahadevan's parents and Kumar's sister. One day, luck comes to them when Mahadevan wins a car as the 1st prize of a promotional contest held by a washing-powder brand. The new car brings him a lot of bad luck.
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Plot Summary
A mysterious, driverless car terrorizes a small town. As the vehicle systematically kills residents, the local sheriff and a mysterious drifter must race against time to uncover the car's dark origins and stop its murderous rampage before the entire community is wiped out.
Critical Reception
The film received generally negative reviews, often criticized for its B-movie feel, predictable plot, and low production values, though some noted its unintentional campiness.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique premise of a killer car.
Criticized for its execution and low-budget appearance.
Often viewed as a cult B-movie with campy elements.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Car' (1997) is scarce, but it is often discussed in circles that appreciate low-budget horror and cult films.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1997, the film often feels stylistically reminiscent of 1970s killer vehicle movies like 'Duel' and the original 'The Car' (1977).
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