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I don't understand the good reviews for this. I just watched an early screening in Cineworld, as part of their Secret Screening. I was excited when it came up what the film was because I have wanted to watch it but - wow, this is NOT a good film. It's not even a mediocre film. Put simply, it's trash.
The acting:
Serviceable. They play the roles asked of them but the characters are paper thin so, really, this isn't an issue. A lot of screaming, a lot of grunts, a lot of whinging. I'll be honest, I kind of wanted the alligators to eat everyone in the film.
The effects:
Mostly okay. They're not amazing but there are some nice moments in there. One early shot shows the alligator casually go past in the back of the shot; very subtle and pretty tense as, if you're paying attention, it is your first glimpse of one being present. Focus on the actor (doubtful) and you'll likely miss the gator.
The script:
Jesus. It's bad. Why go to the house to do repairs in a hurricane?! You're warned to leave so - what the hell is that about? Why do these characters not understand that yelling into a hurricane is just a waste of time? The first person didn't hear you, the next person won't either. There are very few smart decisions made in this film... I mean, even less than what you would expect in this TYPE of film because let's be honest - we're not expecting a masterpiece. We're wanting something fun with some chomp chomp action but, nope. The decisions and story itself, along with what happens, just made me angry.
What's right with it?
Some nice gore moments. It's short. That's pretty much it.
If you're looking for a fun alligator / crocodile film - just go watch Lake Placid again. At least that was a fun popcorn film. This just dire.
score 3/10
shawthingproductions 29 July 2019
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2-12-2019 03:45:21
