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Sssssss

1973Movie99 minEnglish

David, a college student, is looking for a job. He is hired by Dr. Stoner as a lab assistant for his research and experiments on snakes. David also begins to fall for Stoner's young daughter, Kristina. However, the good doctor has secretly brewed up a serum that can transform any man into a King Cobra snake-and he plans to use it on David.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Bernard L. KowalskiGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A mad scientist, Dr. Carl Stoner, is experimenting with a serum that can turn humans into snakes. He brings a young assistant, David, to his remote research facility to aid in his work. As David becomes increasingly involved, he realizes the horrifying ethical implications and the dangerous transformation process he is witnessing.

Critical Reception

Sssssss is often considered a cult classic within the B-movie horror genre. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it has garnered a dedicated following for its unique premise and memorable performances, particularly from Strother Martin. It's praised for its creature effects and its place in 1970s horror cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unconventional and memorable premise.
  • Strother Martin's performance is a standout element.
  • Appreciated by fans of 1970s creature features and B-horror.

Google audience: Audience reception is largely positive among fans of cult and B-movies, appreciating its unique concept and horror elements.

Fun Fact

The film's title is a phonetic representation of the sound a snake makes, emphasizing the creature feature aspect.

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Wuchak

**_A serum that turns people into snakes_** A modern Frankenstein-type (Strother Martin) experiments with snakes and human beings in the desert hills of Southern California. David (Dirk Benedict) is hired by Dr. Stoner (Martin) as a lab ...