The Hilariously Absurd Movie That Started George Clooney's Career
You won't believe that this was one of the first Clooney's roles.
Charming and charismatic George Clooney rose to fame for his role as Dr. Doug Ross on the television medical drama series ER (1994-1999), later achieving great success in both film and television throughout his career.
You may know him for such well-known movies as Ocean's Eleven, Michael Clayton, Syriana, that earned him an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor, and some other notable films.
However, one of the first Clooney's roles was in one of the most hilarious and, for many people, ridiculous movies.
Attack of the Killer Tomatoes is a comedic horror film that was released in 1978. It was directed by John DeBello and gained a cult following for its absurd premise and low-budget charm.
The movie depicts a world where tomatoes have become sentient and are on a rampage, attacking and killing humans.
The film is a spoof of B-movies and features deliberately campy acting and special effects. It incorporates humor, satire, and slapstick comedy to create an entertaining and light-hearted atmosphere.
Despite its low production values, the movie managed to find an audience and spawned several sequels, an animated television series, and other media adaptations.
So what does George Clooney have to do with the tomatoes?
Being early in his acting career, before he gained widespread recognition, Clooney made an appearance in the sequel — Return of the Killer Tomatoes.
He portrayed the character of Matt Stevens, a young and charismatic leading man.
Clooney's portrayal of Matt Stevens showcased his charm and comedic timing, making him a standout among the cast.
George Clooney's performance added to the film's campy and comedic nature, and helped launch Clooney's career in the entertainment industry.
One of the most popular scenes from Return of the Killer Tomatoes that features Clooney is an oversaturated with product placement Scene 32-1.
This scene makes fun of product placement in movies. It includes about 8 different products within 2 minutes that Clooney's character and others promote in the most straight way.
Even though the sequel was met with mixed reviews, it is still fun to watch, and George Clooney was great in his role.