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_**Colorful, campy hair metal horror**_ A nerdy dude in the Hollywood area works at a pizza joint while dreaming of being in a rock band (Stephen Quadros). When a strange Voodoo woman encourages him to make a deal with the forces of dark...
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Shock 'Em Dead
1991
Movie
93 min
English
Martin is a total loser, who nobody cares for. When he fails to get a position as guitar player in Lindsay's band and loses his job on the way, he makes a deal with a Voodoo priestess. She promises him the fulfillment of all his dreams if he swears obedience to her. He becomes a rock star and has many women - but to stay alive, he has to kill other people.
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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Mark Shostrom•Genres: Horror, Comedy
Plot Summary
A college student, deemed the most incompetent student on campus, is brutally murdered by his fraternity brothers. Seeking revenge, he returns from the grave as a vengeful zombie and begins to systematically kill everyone responsible for his death, leading to a gory and comedic showdown.
Critical Reception
Shock 'Em Dead is a cult classic among horror fans, often praised for its over-the-top gore and dark humor, despite its low budget and B-movie status. Critics at the time noted its energetic, albeit amateurish, execution and its commitment to schlocky horror tropes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its relentless gore and humorous, albeit dark, tone.
Appreciated by fans for its cult status and B-movie charm.
Criticized for its low production values and often cheesy acting.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this niche film, but those available often highlight its cult appeal and over-the-top zombie violence, finding it to be a fun, albeit trashy, horror flick.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Mark Shostrom, is also known for his extensive work as a special effects artist on films like 'A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge' and 'The Hills Have Eyes'.
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