Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Pumaman
Closed CaptioningMichael J. Nelson
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Plot Summary
If ever “be careful what you wish for” applied to a highly fan-requested episode, it’s The Pumaman. How could Marvel have missed this character? Where is the J. J. Abrams remake? This little 1980 sci-fi miracle follows the discovery by a young paleontologist that he is actually a flying man-god, endowed with the powers of a puma. Never mind that pumas don’t generally fly, just go with it. Our hero is the latest in a line of Pumamen, descended from aliens and destined to protect a really important mask. As happens to all powerful, mind-controlling masks, it eventually falls into the hands of Donald Pleasence. But first he must eliminate its guardian. The good news? Our guardians, Mike and the bots, are not only on watch but on fire. Their relentless riffs may not control our minds, but they definitely control our funny bones.
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He flies like a moron
A clumsy, ridiculous superhero film. From the costume (he wears slacks) to his superpowers (a random collection that have little to do with pumas) to the horrible special effects (the flying and falling scenes look so awkward), this movie is just bad. It also stars Donald Pleasence as a villain who seems more bored than evil. So, it’s perfect for Mike and the bots. An episode I would recommend for both the riffing and a film that is so bad you don’t even need riffs to laugh at it.
“He Flies like a Moron"
So happy to finally see the Pumaman released. It is easily one of my favorite episodes from either era. If you are reading this, stop, and click on the “Buy” button. It’s 90 minutes of pure goodness. You won’t regret it!
Thanks for fixing the digital copy
Changed my review to a deserved 5 stars. Pumaman…he flies like a moron.
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