Finding a working definition of “cult classic” is a complicated task.
Generally speaking, these are countercultural pieces that lend themselves to a cult-like following.
Nostalgia, irony, re-watches, and midnight screenings all tend to be characteristics associated with cult films.
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Often, cult films are actually pretty bad.
Sometimes, a bad cult film is just bad.
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The film turns the story into a bad softcore porno with a ridiculously boring narrative.
the Extra-Terrestrial, just without any of the good parts.
There are some laughs to be had, but no redeeming qualities to be found.
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Ultimately, watchingTheodore Rexis a tortuous experience whose existence thateven Whoopi Goldberg regrets.
It’s about a disturbed loner obsessed with the firstHuman Centipedemovie.
Inspired by it, he dreams of creating a 12-person human centipede.
When it comes to quality, though, there’s not much to be found here.
No more should need to be said.
Little did anyone know, this spark would ignite a flame that would run for over ten installments.
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The story drags, the acting is awful, and Howard is an unbearable protagonist.
After watchingHoward the Duck, any self-respecting human will just want to take a shower and go to sleep.
Deciding on whether to recommendManosis one of the hardest decisions a cult cinema fan will ever face.
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Is that really what a good friend does?
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