Shocking Set!!?
Shocking Set!!?

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Shocking Set!!?

1965
Movie
6 min
English

Three nudist roommates can’t get the television set to work, so they call a repairman and toss on some baby doll nighties before he arrives. But the nighties come right off again as each vies for his attention. The man becomes so distracted that he gets electrocuted. Fortunately, the naked gals bring him back to life, much to his delight!

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IMDb3.2/10
Director: Ed WoodGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A group of scientists discover a crashed alien spaceship in the desert. They bring it back to their lab to study, only to unleash a terrifying alien creature that begins to pick them off one by one. The scientists must find a way to stop the creature before it escapes and endangers the world.

Critical Reception

As with many of Ed Wood's films, 'Shocking Set!!?' is widely considered a cult classic and a prime example of 'so bad it's good' cinema. While critically panned upon its release for its low budget, rudimentary special effects, and often nonsensical plot, it has garnered a devoted following among fans of unconventional and campy filmmaking. Its enduring appeal lies in its earnest, if clumsy, attempt at sci-fi horror.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambition despite severe technical limitations.

  • Noted for its unique, albeit unintentional, comedic moments.

  • Seen as a quintessential Ed Woodian experience.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally one of bemused appreciation for the film's cult status and Ed Wood's signature style, rather than genuine critical acclaim for its filmmaking merits. Viewers often point to its B-movie charm and the director's unmistakable touch.

Fun Fact

The alien creature costume in the film was famously designed and worn by Paul Blaisdell, a prominent creature designer for low-budget sci-fi and horror films of the era, and also a co-star in the movie.

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