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Fury
Hearing about the revolution in the hospital, the sailor Gulyavin goes to Petrograd, and from there with a detachment of Ukrainian volunteers he is sent to Ukraine. The troop is joined by cavalrymen under the command of the anarchist Lelka. The chief of staff, Stroyev, reproaches Gulyavin with negligence - you cannot take an untested detachment. However, the desperate courage of Lelka in battle with the White Guards gives Gulyavin not only respect for her, but love...
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Plot Summary
A government agent is sent to a secret research facility after scientists start disappearing. He discovers that a scientist's experiments with a "mind-control" device have gone terribly wrong, creating a creature that is picking off the staff one by one. The agent must find a way to stop the creature before it escapes the facility and unleashes its terror on the world.
Critical Reception
Fury is a low-budget science fiction film that has gained a cult following over the years. While not critically acclaimed upon its release, it is often praised for its inventive premise and atmospheric tension, despite its B-movie origins. Audiences tend to appreciate its earnest attempt at suspense and its unique take on mind control.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing sci-fi concept and suspenseful atmosphere.
Noted for being an effective B-movie despite its limited budget.
Some critics found the plot predictable and the effects dated.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but generally appreciate its classic sci-fi B-movie charm and entertaining premise.
Fun Fact
The film's creature effects were achieved using a combination of puppetry and stop-motion animation, which were considered innovative for its time despite the film's low budget.
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