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One sheet movie poster for the 1968 American science fiction horror film
The Astro-Zombies, written, directed, and produced by cult legend Ted V. Mikels.
Movie Details
Plot: A mad scientist, Dr. DeMarco (John Carradine), is fired from the space agency and seeks revenge by creating superhuman monsters (the "astro-zombies" or "astro men") using the body parts and organs of murder victims. The creatures go on a killing spree, attracting the attention of both the CIA and an international spy ring led by a character named Satana (Tura Satana).
Cast: The film stars Wendell Corey in his final film appearance, John Carradine, and Tura Satana.
Production: It was a low-budget B-movie filmed for only $37,000.
Reception: The film is widely considered to be one of the worst films of all time, with critics calling it a "dollar store production" and "wretched".
Cultural Impact
Despite its poor critical reception, the film gained a cult following. The horror punk band the Misfits recorded a song titled "Astro Zombies" for their 1982 album Walk Among Us. The movie has also been spoofed by the comedians of RiffTrax. |
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