The Stuff

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Nick O Larry Cohen's melt movie masterpiece takes dead aim at mindless American consumerism in this creamy body horror nightmare. Enough is never enough...of THE STUFF! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/26/25 Full Review Ira k The effects are cheap and cheesy, and sometimes the acting gets in the way of the story. But, this movie is a delight and should be on anyone's list of movies to see. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/06/25 Full Review Luis Otavio F It's banal, it's bad, it doesn't make any sense, it can be treated as satire, but it's a very bad taste satire. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/11/25 Full Review Paul M 'The Stuff' makes for a pretty fun watch. It has some really good/fun horror special effects, some satire on commercialism, and a hero I don't really know if I like or not...Very '80s. If you're wanting a solid 1980s horror flick with some depth (at least a little!) check this one out. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/31/24 Full Review Judith R The Stuff was a film I would say YES to, the whole film had me extremely interested, this was not like no ordinary film it reminded me of the film the blob I grew up watching. The first scene has you questioning whether it’s a serious film when the guy just randomly starts eating the stuff from the floor and enjoying it. I would say the film did an amazing job of keeping me interested as throughout the whole movie there were unexpected turns and plots I never saw coming for example when the dog threw up the stuff or when it started possessing people and taking over their bodies. This movie really makes you question what you consume and purchase and how marketing is not always like what it seems. For example when they mentioned Coke and the secret syrup they use it really made me question all the times I’ve drank Coke and what am I really even drinking! I really enjoyed the mix of horror and action in this movie. It was also very cool to think about the different kinds of things they used in order to create the special effects of the stuff. I think with a bit more modern touch this film could be one of those Netflix original movies that are cheesy but only do good because they had interesting concepts and were entertaining to watch. I could see how this is a cult film because of the gore in the movie. I would definitely recommend this film because I think it had a very interesting concept with the perfect mix of horror and Sci-fi. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 12/21/24 Full Review Kelly A The Stuff is one of those 80’s cult films that’s literally impossible to forget. This satirical horror comedy blends both body horror and commentary. While it’s not the most perfect movie, it’s undoubtedly entertaining, leaving you with plenty of memorable moments and a lingering sense of unease every time you go to open your fridge. The film revolves around the Stuff which is a widely popular dessert that turns out to have some, let’s say, unfortunate side effects. The premise alone is enough to hook you, and the movie delivers on the absurdity in spades. From its over the top characters to the increasingly bizarre and cringe scenes, The Stuff keeps you asking, “What am I watching?” and I mean that in the best way possible. One of the film’s strengths is its ongoing commentary on consumerism and corporate greed. Beneath the gooey horror and campy tone lies many critiques of how easily society can be consumed by trends, no matter how dangerous they may be. It’s clever without taking itself too seriously, which adds to the fun. And yes, the special effects can be shocking, strange, and downright unsettling at times. It’s a movie that makes you laugh one moment and jolt the next. By the end, I couldn’t help but look at everyday food items, especially Miracle Whip, with a twitch of suspicion. For fans of campy horror with a side of social satire, The Stuff is well worth a watch. It’s weird, shocking, and oddly thought-provoking, cementing its place as one of those offbeat gems you can’t quite shake from your memory. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 12/20/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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