Mr. No Legs
A double amputee known as Mr. No Legs oversees a drug syndicate while cavorting around in his double shotgun-equipped wheelchair. When one of the syndicate's drug dealers accidentally kills his own girlfriend—whose brother is a cop—after she announces plans to leave him, the game is on to bury the evidence, protect the syndicate and evade the long arm of the law.
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Plot Summary
A psychopathic Vietnam War veteran, severely disfigured and crippled, seeks revenge on the people he believes wronged him. He uses a wheelchair and a machine gun to carry out his brutal assassinations, leaving a trail of destruction in his wake. As his killing spree escalates, a determined detective races against time to stop the terrifying "Mr. No Legs" before he can complete his grim mission.
Critical Reception
Mr. No Legs is a cult exploitation film that gained notoriety for its shocking violence and grim tone. While critically panned upon release, it has since garnered a cult following among fans of grindhouse and extreme cinema for its unapologetic brutality and unique premise.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its relentless gore and disturbing atmosphere.
- Noted for its unique, albeit controversial, protagonist and premise.
- Criticized for its low production values and over-the-top violence.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely divided, with many finding the film excessively violent and unpleasant. However, a niche audience appreciates its raw, transgressive nature and cult status.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Ed Hunt, also directed the cult horror film 'Plague of the Zombies' (1980).
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