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Swamp Thing (1982)
Release Year: 1982
Nation: United States of America
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Wes Craven
Writer: Wes Craven
Production & Genre
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Companies: Melniker-Uslan Productions
Genre: Horror, Horror Film, Sci-Fi, Science Fiction, Science Fiction Comedy, Science Fiction Film
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Keywords
Keywords: based on comic, comic book, swamp
Story
Dr. Alec Holland, working in isolation deep within a swampy Louisiana environment, is attempting to create a revolutionary new plant-animal hybrid species that can survive in harsh conditions. Tragically, he becomes subject to his own experiment, transforming into Swamp Thing – a half-human, half-plant creature with enhanced strength and durability. Meanwhile, the ruthless Dr. Anton Arcane, desperate to acquire Holland's formula for his own nefarious purposes, pursues him relentlessly. Swamp Thing must now defend himself and those he cares about while trying to protect his secret from Arcane's clutches.
Summary
Swamp Thing (1982), directed by Wes Craven, is a horror-science fiction film adaptation of the DC Comics character created by Len Wein and Bernie Wrightson. Set in the murky depths of a Louisiana swamp, the movie follows Dr. Alec Holland as he becomes transformed into Swamp Thing while attempting to create a plant-animal hybrid species capable of surviving harsh conditions. The film explores themes of transformation, identity, and survival against overwhelming odds.
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