This film has cult classic potential. Far from perfect, but its intensity is unmistakable. Hugely enjoyable - in a way it often felt less like a horror film and more like a Jurasssic Park style action film with all the suspense to boot. Saying that, there were moments that that clearly drew inspiration from Jaws.
In spite of the alligators taking the spotlight at different points throughout the film, I was surprised to find the father/daughter element of this film is what drives the story. It adds a bit of emotion to the closing scenes, which is a neat touch where modern horror so often fails abysmally.
Loved the first couple of alligator scenes. The later ones a bit less so. I will explain - there was an opportunity for a fantastic horror scene when the trio arrive on the boat outside that shop/service station. The girl is screaming as her legs are bitten into - and for a split second I was pretty terrified myself. Then they cut to someone else's death, which just felt like a goofy/spoof type death. So unnecessary! Sadly, moments like that can really impact on a film's fluency (which was otherwise very good). They should have stuck with the girl scene for longer - quality always triumphs over quantity in horror. That's why, in my view, slasher horrors tend to be so hokey.
Anyway, in summary, very enjoyable film that doesn't outstay its welcome. A winning combination of intensity, suspense and a touch of emotion make this one worth your while! Just a shame that some of the death scenes weren't as good/effective as they could have been. Hmm..that makes me sound pretty twisted. But it's a pretty key trait of great horror flicks.
In spite of the alligators taking the spotlight at different points throughout the film, I was surprised to find the father/daughter element of this film is what drives the story. It adds a bit of emotion to the closing scenes, which is a neat touch where modern horror so often fails abysmally.
Loved the first couple of alligator scenes. The later ones a bit less so. I will explain - there was an opportunity for a fantastic horror scene when the trio arrive on the boat outside that shop/service station. The girl is screaming as her legs are bitten into - and for a split second I was pretty terrified myself. Then they cut to someone else's death, which just felt like a goofy/spoof type death. So unnecessary! Sadly, moments like that can really impact on a film's fluency (which was otherwise very good). They should have stuck with the girl scene for longer - quality always triumphs over quantity in horror. That's why, in my view, slasher horrors tend to be so hokey.
Anyway, in summary, very enjoyable film that doesn't outstay its welcome. A winning combination of intensity, suspense and a touch of emotion make this one worth your while! Just a shame that some of the death scenes weren't as good/effective as they could have been. Hmm..that makes me sound pretty twisted. But it's a pretty key trait of great horror flicks.
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