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6.6
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8.0

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Critic Ian Nathan
rated 8

While undoubtedly rooted in a pubescent male fantasy of gigantic space age breasts, aroused robots and limb-lopping ultraviolence, this animated portmanteau has become a cult film in a genuine sense.

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Smirnoff
rated 8

One word: RAD

8 months ago

Cast & Crew

John Bruno
Director
Paul Sabella
Director
John Halas
Director
Barrie Nelson
Director
Harold Whitaker
Director

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In this animated sci-fi fantasy film, a glowing green orb named Loc-Nar tells a young girl a series of bizarre and dark stories, each with its own unique visual style and soundtrack. The film features a star-studded cast, including John Candy and Harold Ramis, and a killer soundtrack with hits from Black Sabbath, Blue Oyster Cult, and more. With its blend of fantasy, horror, and eroticism, Heavy Metal is a wild and unforgettable ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Heavy Metal include The Secret of NIMH, The Lord of the Rings, The Care Bears, The Snowman, The Last Unicorn, The Wind in the Willows.

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Heavy Metal was released in theaters on March 8, 1996.