Staring: Yul Brynner, Richard Benjamin, & James Brolin
Runtime: 1hr 28 Minutes
Country: USA
Westworld is the perfect example of a "below-the-surface" cult film, because it enjoys moderate cult status, but is not so well known that one would immediately know of it if it came up in everyday conversation. Because of this, Westworld suffers from lack of viewership on either side of the movie going spectrum. As a fan of 1970s film-making, Westworld is an essential watch because it aims to not showcase it's budget. Whether an early 1970s film had a big or small budget, the filmmaker spent accordingly...and spread the wealth around. It's no doubt that Westworld was made on a big budget, and it's director is recognized today. However, Westworld still keeps a "low-budget" atmosphere, and the budget can be seen spent on action effects and costume/set design. Another reason why Westworld gained cult status is it's combination of two of the most cultish genres: science fiction, and westerns (who doesn't love a good robot/cowboy mashup?) Most of the goings on in the film is a mystery which keeps in tune with other 1970s films: it keeps you guessing.
Cheesy: 2.5/5
Sleazy: 1/5
Culty: 5/5
Overall: 3.5/5
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