Giant from the Unknown (1958)
Directed by Richard Cunha
Genres - Mystery |
Release Date - Jan 3, 1958 (USA) |
Run Time - 76 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
In Richard Cunha's Giant from the Unknown, scientists come upon a petrified lizard in the California Mountains. The lizard revives, proving the theory of suspended animation. Excitedly, scientist Wayne Brooks (Ed Kemmer) begins searching for a legendary Spanish giant called Vargas, who disappeared in the region 500 years earlier and who also may be in a suspended-animation state. Brooks discovers all too soon that his instincts a correct: a bolt of lightning releases Vargas (Buddy Baer) from his centuries-long slumber, whereupon the big brute goes on a homicidal rampage.
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warrior, giant, killing-spree, reincarnation, Conquistador