The sex hunter
The sex hunter

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The sex hunter

1981
Movie
106 min
Greek

Andreas, a blind shepherd, is the only man left in the village of Platanos, since all the others have left to seek work in Athens. The women of the village treat him as a sexual object, until a maid helps him regain his sight and escape the exploitation of the other women.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Emilio Martínez LázaroGenres: Comedy, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A private investigator, known for his unconventional methods, is hired to find a missing woman. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a series of bizarre and sexually charged encounters that blur the lines between reality and fantasy. The investigation leads him through a labyrinth of quirky characters and unexpected situations, revealing a hidden world where desires and mysteries intertwine.

Critical Reception

The Sex Hunter is a lesser-known Spanish comedy from the early 1980s, often characterized by its low-budget production values and eccentric plot. It has garnered a cult following over the years, appreciated for its unique blend of humor and mystery, though it's not widely acclaimed by mainstream critics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its unique, quirky sense of humor.

  • Seen as an oddity of Spanish cinema with a cult following.

  • Often described as a strange, low-budget mystery-comedy.

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Fun Fact

Despite its title and subject matter, the film is considered a comedy with mystery elements rather than an explicit erotic film.

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