From Hell It Came

On a remote South Pacific island, a medical missionary is murdered. His death is attributed to a curse from a vengeful "god" that emerges from the jungle to seek retribution. This vengeful spirit is, in fact, the reanimated corpse of a native chief, controlled by a disembodied evil entity.

Critically panned upon release and largely forgotten, 'From Hell It Came' is considered a low-budget, B-movie staple of the 1950s science fiction and horror genre. Its primitive special effects and predictable plot did little to impress critics, though it has gained a cult following over the decades for its unintentional campiness and unique premise.

• Features a bizarre and memorable premise involving a vengeful, walking tree monster.

• Despite its cult status, the film is hampered by extremely low production values and amateurish acting.

• A classic example of 1950s 'mad scientist' and primitive creature features.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this obscure film, but those that exist generally acknowledge its low-budget nature and campy entertainment value. It's often cited as a prime example of early B-movie sci-fi/horror with a uniquely strange monster concept.

The titular "monster" is essentially a man in a tree-like costume, with protruding branches and vines, designed to look like a vengeful nature spirit.