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**_The precursor to “Humongous” and “Castle Freak”_**
After several 20-somethings meet a woman in Athens, they venture to a remote island in the Mediterranean Sea that’s mostly deserted. But why? Will any of them make it out alive?
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Anthropophagous
1980Movie92 minItalian
Tourists take a boat to a remote island, where they find that most of the people have disappeared, and something is stalking them. They find a hidden room in the big mansion on a hill, and an ancient diary, which gives them clues to the source of the terror.
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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Joe D'Amato•Genres: Horror, Slasher
Plot Summary
A group of tourists on a remote Greek island become the prey of a cannibalistic killer. The island's dark history and the killer's insatiable hunger for human flesh set the stage for a terrifying ordeal. As the body count rises, the remaining survivors must fight for their lives against a relentless and brutal force.
Critical Reception
Anthropophagous is considered a cult classic within the Italian cannibal film subgenre, though it often draws criticism for its gratuitous violence and explicit gore. It is noted for its atmosphere and shock value rather than narrative depth or character development.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its relentless gore and intense atmosphere.
- Criticized for its exploitative violence and lack of plot sophistication.
- A notable entry in the Italian giallo and cannibal film traditions.
Google audience: Audience reception is mixed, with some appreciating its raw horror and shock tactics, while others find it overly violent and lacking in substance.
Fun Fact
The film was controversially released in some countries due to its graphic content, leading to censorship and bans.
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