Super Hero
Super Hero

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Super Hero

1983
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Cantonese

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Tony BarryGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In this Australian sci-fi comedy, a mild-mannered scientist accidentally invents a serum that gives him superpowers, turning him into a superhero. However, his newfound abilities come with a host of comical problems and unintended consequences as he tries to navigate his double life and protect the public from mundane threats.

Critical Reception

Super Hero received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor to be juvenile and its plot derivative. Audiences were also divided, with some appreciating its low-budget charm and others finding it to be a forgettable entry in the superhero genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's attempts at humor often fall flat, relying on slapstick and predictable gags.

  • Despite a premise with potential, the execution is largely uninspired and lacks a strong narrative drive.

  • While some may find a certain B-movie charm, it's generally considered a lesser entry in the superhero genre.

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Fun Fact

The film was made on a very low budget, typical of many Australian independent films of the era, and was shot in and around Sydney.

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