Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Tomatoes get mad, people get squished, a really bad song saves the world… mostly.

🍿 Attack of the Killer Tomatoes!: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Initial Attacks and Government Response

The film opens with a series of bizarre attacks where people are being killed by tomatoes. The White House press secretary attempts to downplay the threat to avoid public panic, while the President secretly assembles a team of experts to investigate the source of the killer tomatoes and find a way to stop them. The special team, led by Mason Dixon, includes an expert in disguise, an Olympic swimmer, an underwater specialist, and a paratrooper. They begin their investigation, but quickly discover that dealing with killer tomatoes is a challenging and ridiculous task.

Investigating the Tomato Threat

Mason Dixon’s team attempts various methods to combat the tomatoes. One agent tries to infiltrate the tomato ranks in disguise, while others are deployed to different sectors to track and eliminate the threat. A reporter, Lois Fairchild, starts investigating the strange events, adding another layer of chaos to the situation. The team faces numerous challenges, encountering both regular-sized and giant mutant tomatoes. The film uses slapstick comedy and absurd scenarios to depict the escalating conflict.

The Discovery of the Weakness

As the situation worsens, the military’s efforts to stop the tomatoes prove futile. Dixon uncovers a crucial weakness: the tomatoes are vulnerable to the song “Puberty Love.” This discovery leads to a final showdown where the song is used to defeat the tomatoes. The film culminates in a stadium where people stomp on the tomatoes while the song plays over loudspeakers. The day is saved through the power of music and mindless stomping.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Mason Dixon (David Miller): A retired super spy who leads a team of obscure experts to neutralize the threat of mutant killer tomatoes.
• Jim Richardson (George Wilson): The White House press secretary who initially denies the tomato threat and is later revealed to be involved.
• Lois Fairchild (Sharon Taylor): A newspaper reporter who investigates the tomato attacks and gets entangled with Mason Dixon’s team.
• Sam Smith (N/A): A master of disguise on Mason Dixon’s team, known for his ridiculous and ineffective costumes.
• Wilbur Finletter (N/A): A soldier on Mason Dixon’s team who always wears a parachute and has questionable field skills.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Sam Smith: “Could someone please pass the ketchup?” – Said by the master of disguise while undercover amongst the tomatoes at a campfire, blowing his cover.
• Dr. Nokitofa: “Technically sir, tomatoes are fags.” – The Japanese scientist gives his expert opinion on what a tomato is.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $90,000
• Domestic Gross: $0
• Worldwide Gross: $0

💥 Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! Reviews

Personal Review

I first saw this when I was a kid and it blew my mind. The sheer absurdity of killer tomatoes was hilarious! The low-budget effects only added to the charm. I still find myself humming the theme song randomly. It’s definitely a ‘so bad it’s good’ kind of movie, perfect for a cheesy movie night with friends. Just don’t expect a cinematic masterpiece!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of B-movies”
  • “Those who enjoy campy, low-budget comedies”
  • “Viewers who appreciate parodies of horror films”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Mild slapstick violence”
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Cheesy special effects”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “A low-budget spoof that’s more silly than funny, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! is so bad it’s bad, lacking the charm to reach ‘so bad it’s good’ status.
• IMDB User Review: “One of those crap movies, that are even good by being crap. It lacks so much logic, effects, story and talent that it’s really worth looking at. Watch it on a geek party with some beer and you will have lotsa fun
• AllMovie: “A parody of schlocky science fiction flicks, this movie has become a cult classic, but it is pretty bad. The premise is humorous, but the execution leaves much to be desired.

Audience Reactions

The ridiculousness is part of the charm.: Viewers appreciate the movie’s self-aware humor and low-budget effects as a deliberate parody.

Theme song is catchy and hilarious.: Fans consistently mention the theme song as a highlight, finding it memorable and humorous.

Overall Consensus: A cult classic for those who enjoy intentionally bad movies and appreciate low-budget humor. Not for those seeking serious cinema.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The helicopter crash in the early scenes was unintentional; the pilot lost control, and the footage was incorporated into the film.”
• “The budget for the entire film was only $90,000, with a significant portion spent on the helicopter crash, leaving limited funds for other aspects of production.”
• “The film is intended as a parody of low-budget science fiction and horror films of the 1950s and 1960s.”

🖥️ How to Watch Attack of the Killer Tomatoes!?

As a cult classic, ‘Attack of the Killer Tomatoes!’ may be available for rent or purchase on various digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV. Check your preferred streaming service or online retailer for availability. It is not widely available on subscription based services.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Attack of the Killer Tomatoes!, you might like these similar films:

• Mars Attacks! (1996): Similar over-the-top humor and absurd premise involving an alien invasion.
• Plan 9 from Outer Space (1957): Another famously low-budget and ‘so bad it’s good’ science fiction film.
• The Kentucky Fried Movie (1977): Sketch comedy with low budget and spoofing various genres.

🛒 Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! Related Products

• Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! (Limited Edition Blu-ray): A must-have for cult movie fans, this limited-edition Blu-ray includes bonus features, behind-the-scenes footage, and a collector’s booklet.
• Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! Board Game: A cooperative board game where players work together to defend the world from the tomato menace. Includes miniature tomato figures and hilarious event cards.
• Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! T-Shirt: A comfortable t-shirt featuring the iconic movie poster artwork. Available in various sizes and colors.
• Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! – The Complete Series (Digital Download): Get all four Attack of the Killer Tomatoes films in one digital package. Includes rare interviews and commentary.

🎧 Soundtrack

Attack of the Killer Tomatoes! features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Attack of the Killer Tomatoes” – performed by Lewis Lee
• “Puberty Love” – performed by Unknown

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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Remember those crazy ‘Attack of the Killer Tomatoes’ action figures from the 90s? This review takes you back and honestly, I had no idea these even existed! Definitely worth a watch for the nostalgia factor.

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