Hell Worms
Hell Worms

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Hell Worms

1979
Movie
85 min
Japanese

A group of bandits flee to the mountains after killing an evil moneylender. Remake of Hiroshi Inagaki's Jigoku no mushi (1938).

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IMDb3.4/10
Director: Al AdamsonGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A group of scientists on a remote island discover that a mysterious drilling operation has awakened monstrous, man-eating worms. As the creatures begin to pick off the inhabitants one by one, the scientists must find a way to stop the subterranean menace before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Hell Worms is a low-budget exploitation film that received poor reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is often cited as an example of the worst of 1970s B-movie horror, with criticism directed at its weak plot, poor acting, and uninspired special effects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Infamous for its low production values and nonsensical plot.

  • Features a notoriously poor performance from its lead actors.

  • Special effects are considered laughable even by the standards of its time.

Google audience: Audience reviews are overwhelmingly negative, with many citing the film's poor quality, lack of scares, and general incompetence in filmmaking as major drawbacks. It is often recommended only for viewers seeking the most obscure and poorly made B-movies.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and premise, the film features no actual worms; the 'monsters' are represented by rubbery tentacles and poorly articulated puppets.

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