Swamp Thing
Science transformed him into a monster. Love changed him even more!
Directed by Wes Craven
Produced by Melniker-Uslan Productions
A campy creature-feature superhero origin story that balances body horror and transformation with earnest romance and heroic redemption.
Mutated by his own secret formula, Dr. Alec Holland becomes Swamp Thing, a half-human, half-plant superhero who will stop at nothing to rescue government agent Alice Cable and defeat his evil arch nemesis...even if it costs him his life.
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Is Swamp Thing scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Swamp Thing violent? Somewhat. More violent than 60% of films.
Is Swamp Thing sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Swamp Thing easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Swamp Thing end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Swamp Thing
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Swamp Thing
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Swamp Thing, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Swamp Thing, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Swamp Thing, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
