Alligator Queen
A mystic is murdered by three of his disciples because they want to learn the skills he picked up from his mentor; a wizard named Resi Tunggal Manik. They reach Resi Tunggal Manik's hideaway, rape his wife and then throw his daughter Dewi in a river. An alligator catches the girl and she's brought to the kingdom at the bottom of the sea ruled by the Alligator Queen. Once a grown Dewi (who has revenge on her mind) and the Alligator Queen see handsome young Linggar (who's actually Dewi's brother!) a power struggle erupts.
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Plot Summary
In a small Louisiana town, a massive, mutated alligator begins to terrorize the inhabitants. As the creature grows in size and ferocity, a dedicated biologist and a hardened local sheriff must race against time to stop the deadly reptile before it consumes the entire community. The film builds suspense with escalating attacks and a desperate search for a weakness.
Critical Reception
Alligator Queen was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its suspenseful atmosphere and creature effects for its time. While some found the plot predictable, the performances, particularly from the lead actors, were generally well-received. Audiences appreciated the blend of horror and creature feature elements.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its effective creature design and suspenseful sequences.
- Robert Forster's grounded performance as the sheriff was a standout.
- Some critics found the pacing uneven and the plot derivative of other monster movies.
Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Alligator Queen for its thrilling monster movie elements and the tension created by the relentless alligator. Many appreciated the practical effects and the straightforward, action-packed narrative.
Fun Fact
The film's creature effects were handled by the same team that worked on "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial" and "The Thing" (1982), contributing to its memorable visual impact.
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