Curse II: The Bite (1989)

After being bitten by a radioactive snake, a young man begins to spawn snake-like creatures with a vicious, murdeous nature.

Director:

Frederico Prosperi (as Fred Goodwin)

Writers:

Susan Zelouf (original screenplay), Frederico Prosperi (original screenplay) (as Federico Prosperi)

Stars:

Jill Schoelen, J. Eddie Peck, Jamie Farr

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jill Schoelen	...	Lisa Snipes
J. Eddie Peck	...	Clark Newman
Jamie Farr	...	Harry Morton
Savina Gersak	...	Iris
Marianne Muellerleile	...	Trucker Big Flo
Al Fann	...	Gas Station Attendant
Sydney Lassick	...	George
Terrence Evans	...	Farmer Dave
Sandra Sexton	...	Doctor Marder
Bruce Marchiano	...	Deputy Barney
Shiri Appleby	...	Grace
Bo Svenson	...	The Sheriff
José García	...	Trucker Death Wish (as Jose Garcia)
Tiny Wells	...	Trucker Beef
Sommer Betsworth	...	Girl at Motel

Storyline

After a young man is bitten on the hand by a radioactive snake, his hand changes into a lethal snake head, which attacks everyone he comes into contact with. Also, his body becomes filled with snakes. Now, he must prevent himself from hurting others.

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Plot Keywords:

actual animal killed | camera shot of a woman's legs | bare midriff | hoop earrings | snake | 

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Taglines:

In the tradition of "The Fly" it'll leave you paralysed with fear!

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Genres:

Horror

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Certificate:

R

Did You Know?

Trivia

Directorial debut of Frederico Prosperi. As of 2020, this is his only directorial effort.

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Goofs

When Clark exits the hospital - after the doctor has cut off the gauze on his hand - he has a professionally bandaged hand again. No one put that on for him.

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Crazy Credits

In the last entry of the cast list, the name of the actor and character are switched. Edward Gobel is listed as the name of the character and "tanker trucker" is listed as the actor's name.

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Alternate Versions

The "R" rated version which initially aired on cable cuts some of the gruesome special effects.

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Connections

Follows Catacombs (1988)

User Reviews

hits and miss of a B horror movie

I have always been a big fan of Jill Schoelen (The Stepfather). When I found out she was in this film I had to rent it. It's not the best film. But I didn't think it was the worse either.

some of the things that didn't work for me included the cheesy music that came on when ever there was an attack and some of the scenes could have been shot a little better. The film tends to drag.

Highlights in the film were the lovely Jill Schoelen as Lisa. I enjoyed seeing her sing and play the guitar. She is decent with the role of Lisa. J. Eddie Peck is easy on the eyes as Clark. There is some decent gore considering the low budget. The ending is really good. It's worth a look for the special effects or anyone who likes Jill Schoelen.

Details

Country:

Italy Japan

Language:

English Japanese Italian

Release Date:

4 April 1992 (Japan)

Also Known As:

Curse 2: The Bite

Filming Locations:

Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Trans World Entertainment (TWE), VIVA Entertainment, Towa Productions

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1