This movie is one that certainly shines when viewed for what it is: an entertaining action flick. It's shot in such a way that it feels almost like a graphic novel. Quick, dynamic camera moves, heart- pumping action sequences, big explosions, and a nearly invincible baddie combine to provide an entertaining viewing experience.
As with most films in this genre, you won't find much in the way of character development. In some ways, that's part of the fun. I found myself laughing out loud at the gratuitous shotgun-pumping, the Rube-Golberg-esque final sequence, and John Redlinger's character, which takes on the full breadth of the action-hero caricature. Though I didn't feel very invested in any of the individual characters, I found their cohesive whole entertaining.
Many of the technical elements are exemplary, especially when one is aware that this movie was put together by only a handful of people in under four weeks of shooting time. There are a couple of interesting long single-shot sequences and some strikingly composed scenes. True, there are a couple of CG moments that are very rough - low budget does have its drawbacks - but the monster itself looks pretty awesome.
The music is phenomenal.
This is definitely a film to be appreciated for what it is: a straight-up action-thriller flick you'd watch with your mates. It's also a movie that shouldn't be taken too seriously. It's not ground- breaking cinema, but it is certainly good fun, entertaining, and worth a watch.
As with most films in this genre, you won't find much in the way of character development. In some ways, that's part of the fun. I found myself laughing out loud at the gratuitous shotgun-pumping, the Rube-Golberg-esque final sequence, and John Redlinger's character, which takes on the full breadth of the action-hero caricature. Though I didn't feel very invested in any of the individual characters, I found their cohesive whole entertaining.
Many of the technical elements are exemplary, especially when one is aware that this movie was put together by only a handful of people in under four weeks of shooting time. There are a couple of interesting long single-shot sequences and some strikingly composed scenes. True, there are a couple of CG moments that are very rough - low budget does have its drawbacks - but the monster itself looks pretty awesome.
The music is phenomenal.
This is definitely a film to be appreciated for what it is: a straight-up action-thriller flick you'd watch with your mates. It's also a movie that shouldn't be taken too seriously. It's not ground- breaking cinema, but it is certainly good fun, entertaining, and worth a watch.