Tulips
Tulips

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Tulips

1981
Movie
93 min
English

A suicidal tuba player hires a hit-man to rub him out. The next day he falls in love.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Christopher N. RowleyGenres: Comedy, Horror, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of British tourists on a flower-picking holiday in the Netherlands find themselves targeted by a mysterious and deadly force. As their numbers dwindle, they uncover a sinister secret connected to the very tulips they are harvesting. The remaining survivors must race against time to escape the horrifying ordeal before they become the next victims.

Critical Reception

Tulips is a largely forgotten horror-comedy from the early 80s, often described as a "video nasty" due to its graphic content and low-budget exploitation style. It garnered minimal critical attention upon release and remains a niche cult film for its campy elements and unique premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its bizarre and unsettling atmosphere.

  • Criticized for its low production values and uneven pacing.

  • Considered a cult oddity with a unique, albeit gruesome, premise.

Google audience: Audience reception is scarce due to its limited release and cult status. Those who have seen it often cite its peculiar blend of comedy and horror as its most memorable aspect, though many also point to its gratuitous violence and weak storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film was famously included in the UK's 'video nasty' list, leading to its temporary ban and contributing to its cult notoriety.

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