Mondo Shock
Mondo Shock

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Mondo Shock

2016
Movie
45 min
English

100% REAL! 100% SHOCKING! You won’t believe your eyes as you witness shock after shock… see Supernatural Beings… hear Horrifying music from the underground… watch Witches perform a ritual!

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Jorge GrauGenres: Documentary, Horror

Plot Summary

Mondo Shock is a 1977 Italian mondo film, but this 2016 release is a documentary that looks back at its creation and impact. The film delves into the controversial and often shocking content of the original "Mondo Shock," exploring its themes of violence, sexuality, and cultural taboos. It examines the societal reactions and the moral panic surrounding such films during their era.

Critical Reception

As a documentary examining a controversial film, "Mondo Shock (2016)" received a mixed reception. Critics often acknowledged its thorough investigation into the history and impact of its subject matter, but some found the documentary itself to be as gratuitous as the film it analyzed. Audiences interested in the 'shockumentary' genre or the history of controversial cinema generally found it informative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Provides a comprehensive look into a notorious film.

  • Some viewers found the documentary's pacing and content to be less engaging than the original film it explores.

  • Appeals to those interested in the history of controversial and exploitation cinema.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific documentary is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize audience sentiment.

Fun Fact

The original 1977 film 'Mondo Shock' was notable for its extremely graphic and controversial content, which led to censorship and bans in several countries.

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