Movies That Should Not Exist Iceberg Explained

Joey Engelman
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🎯 Overview

This video, "Movies That Should Not Exist Iceberg Explained," dives into a curated list of bizarre, obscure, and often terrible movies. The creator explores an iceberg chart of films, descending from more well-known "bad" movies to increasingly obscure and infamous cinematic oddities.

📌 Main Topic

An exploration of unusual and often disastrous movies, categorized by their obscurity and notoriety.

🔑 Key Points

  • 1.The Flintstones vs. WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! [0:31]
- A 2015 collaboration between WWE and The Flintstones.

- Featured WWE superstars like John Cena.

  • 2.The Birds II: Land's End [1:17]
- Considered one of the most beloved bad movies.

- Suffers from pacing issues, poor effects, and a lack of suspense.

- A film that holds a record for the most uses of the F-word.
  • 4.Zyzzyx Road [4:07]
- Potentially the lowest-grossing movie in the US, intentionally.

- Shown only in one theater to fulfill obligations, grossing a mere $30.

  • 5.Mockbusters [4:57]
- Films that are knockoffs of bigger movies.

- Often made to deceive consumers and capitalize on popular titles.

  • 6.Jesus vs. Vampires [5:35]
- A film that combines elements of Mexican wrestling, vampires, and a 90's techno soundtrack.

- Includes scenes of Jesus blessing water in the Great Lakes.

  • 7.The Trial of Lee Harvey Oswald [6:17]
- A film about a director running for president and dealing with controversy.

- Involved a real-life improvised fight that resulted in a head injury.

  • 8.United Passions [7:52]
- A film commissioned by FIFA, widely considered one of the worst films ever made.

- Led to the resignation of FIFA's president.

  • 9.The Cure for Insomnia [9:18]
- A film that runs for 85 hours and has no plot.

- Accompanied by heavy metal and pornographic videos.

  • 10.The Deadly Spawn [9:56]
- Low-budget horror film with a strong following.

- Made with limited resources, showcasing passion for the genre.

  • 11.I Kissed a Vampire [11:17]
- A vampire rock musical starring Disney star Lucas Grabeel.

- Released as a web series and on iTunes.

  • 12.Roundhay Garden Scene [12:13]
- Considered the oldest surviving motion picture.

- Lasts only two seconds, featuring a family in a garden.

  • 13.My Life in a Car [12:40]
- A movie that will not be released until the year 2115. - A film about a family living with over 150 untrained big cats.

- Described as the most dangerous film ever made, with numerous injuries on set.

- A film that was supposed to be 30 days long.

- The director released a trailer that was 17 hours long.

  • 16.Manos: The Hands of Fate [15:55]
- A low-budget film notorious for its technical deficiencies.

- Gained cult status thanks to Mystery Science Theater 3000.

  • 17.Monster A-Go-Go [17:15]
- A film that was left unfinished and then completed with unrelated footage.

- Considered a "lacroix" of cinema.

  • 18.Nothing Lasts Forever [18:36]
- A film that has never had a wide release.

- Shot mostly in black and white and had experimental elements.

- A film produced by Kim Jong-il, who kidnapped a director and his actress to make it.

- Intended to be an allegory for Kim Jong-il's regime.

  • 20.The Other Side of the Wind [21:05]
- An unfinished film by Orson Welles.

- Completed decades after his death and finally released in 2018.

  • 21.Attack of the Eye Creatures [22:11]
- A 1960s film that was created by redubbing a film.
  • 22.Modern Times Forever [23:02]
- A film that is meant to last for thousands of years.
  • 23.Surf Nazis Must Die [23:46]
- A 1987 exploitation film. - A 607-minute film of paint drying, created as a protest against film certification fees.
  • 25.Kim Jong-il on the Art of Cinema [25:48]
- A book on film theory written by Kim Jong-il.
  • 26.Snakes on a Plane [26:51]
- The distributor had the title changed which led to the film becoming popular.
  • 27.The Day the Clown Cried [27:43]
- A notorious unreleased Jerry Lewis comedy about a clown in a concentration camp.

- Lewis himself wrote it off and refuses its release.

  • 28.Man Is the Greatest and Most Meaningless Movie in the World [28:56]
- The longest movie ever made, consisting of various footage.
  • 29.First on the Moon [29:47]
- A documentary that proves the US never went to the moon.
  • 30.Empires of the Deep [30:43]
- A $140 million film that was never released.
  • 31.Burn, Hollywood, Burn [33:23]
- A movie about a director that makes a bad movie.
  • 32.I Killed My Lesbian Wife, Hung Her on a Meat Hook, and Now I Have a Three-Picture Deal at Disney [34:35]
- A movie that Ben Affleck disowns. - A long film by Andy Warhol consisting entirely of someone sleeping. - A 1983 sexploitation film. - A film which the director was accused of sexual misconduct. - A Nigerian film.
  • 37.Cool Cat Saves the Kids [41:50]
- A movie for kids starring Cool Cat.
  • 38.The Story of the Blue Planet [42:54]
- The movie's main character, a giant talking dog, declares he is going to destroy the world.

💡 Important Insights

  • The "Iceberg" Chart: The video uses an iceberg chart to visually represent the films' increasing obscurity and notoriety. [0:00]
  • Filmmaking Challenges: Many of these films faced significant financial, logistical, and creative hurdles. [13:17]
  • Cult Following: Despite their flaws, many of these films have developed cult followings. [15:55]
  • Artist's Intent: Some films were created as acts of protest or artistic expression. [24:27]
  • Political Influence: Several films were influenced by, or were meant to influence, political figures or events. [20:02]

📖 Notable Examples & Stories

  • "Roar": The film "Roar," about a family living with big cats, resulted in numerous injuries to the cast and crew, highlighting the dangers of the production. [13:17]
  • "Manos: The Hands of Fate": The film's low budget and technical deficiencies, made it infamous. [15:55]
  • "The Day the Clown Cried": Jerry Lewis's refusal to release "The Day the Clown Cried" and his negative feelings about the film. [27:43]
  • "Empires of the Deep": The huge production problems associated with making "Empires of the Deep" [30:43]
  • "Burn, Hollywood, Burn": How Alan Smithee became a credit used in film credits when the director no longer wanted their name attached to it. [33:23]

🎓 Key Takeaways

  • 1. The Art of Bad Movies: The video explores the fascinating world of "bad" movies, revealing their unique histories and the circumstances surrounding their creation.
  • 2. Filmmaking Challenges: It highlights the various challenges filmmakers face, from financial constraints and logistical nightmares to creative differences and censorship.
  • 3. Cult Following: It shows how some films are embraced despite their flaws, becoming cult classics and sparking interest in the history of cinema.

✅ Action Items (if applicable)

□ Explore the films mentioned in the video. □ Research the filmmakers and the stories behind these movies. □ Watch the video and share your thoughts.

🔍 Conclusion

The video provides a comprehensive exploration of unusual and often disastrous films, offering a fascinating glimpse into the world of cinema. This video serves as an entertaining and educational journey through the history of filmmaking, highlighting the creativity, passion, and sometimes the unfortunate choices that shape the cinematic landscape.

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