Q 1982
“Its name is Quetzalcoatl. Just call it Q. That's all you'll have time to say before it tears you apart!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Director
- Larry Cohen
- Networks
- Larco Productions, Arkoff International
What is Q?
Q is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Crime, Horror, Mystery.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1982
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 8, 1982
- Studios
- Larco Productions, Arkoff International
- Genres
- Crime, Horror, Mystery
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.7/10
- Episode runtime
- ~93 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Larco Productions, Arkoff International
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Overview
Q is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Crime, Horror, Mystery. Produced and broadcast by Larco Productions, Arkoff International. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A low-level criminal stumbles upon a deadly Aztec serpent hidden in modern New York.”
- Unique blend of crime and mythology
- Tense chase through iconic cityscape
- Imaginative monster design
- Low budget effects may feel dated
- Plot may be thin for some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy gritty urban settings mixed with ancient mythic horror.
The film contains intense creature violence and mature themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the main character's role?
He is a low-level gangland flunky trying to flee.
Where is the story set?
The events unfold in New York City.
What creature does the protagonist encounter?
An Aztec deity, Quetzalcoatl, portrayed as a man‑eating flying serpent.
What genre influences are present?
The film mixes crime thriller elements with mythic horror.
Do viewers need prior knowledge of Aztec myths?
No, the creature is presented within the story without requiring background knowledge.
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