Incredibly, the title serpent isn't a harbinger of horror, but actually the film's hero! It all revolves around the fight for control of a wealthy man's estate. But once the virtuous viper is adopted by a pretty farmer's daughter, it sniffs out bombs, fights off a street gang, battles a baby-killing rodent, and even does an asp number on a duplicitous woman. Combining this unique plot with the exceptional director's skills resulted in a one-of-a-kind thriller that will be applauded by reptile fans everywhere.
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