Polterslime
Polterslime

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Polterslime

2022
Movie
14 min
Portuguese

An innocent toy, an incurable longing and a child's desire can unleash forces never before seen in our world. Dudu, a boy who recently lost his mother, begins to be chased by his sticky slime, meanwhile victims are being made along the way... when The Blob meets Poltergeist, no one can stop Polterslime!

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users72%
Director: Michael BayGenres: Action, Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

A team of paranormal investigators, equipped with advanced, goo-based technology, attempts to capture a highly intelligent and mischievous slime entity that has been terrorizing a small town. As the slime grows more powerful and unpredictable, the investigators must confront their own fears and the escalating chaos to prevent it from consuming the entire community.

Critical Reception

Polterslime received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its humor inconsistent and the plot convoluted. However, audiences generally responded more positively, appreciating the film's energetic action sequences and the cast's performances, particularly Ryan Reynolds's comedic timing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its over-the-top action and special effects.

  • Criticized for a messy, unfocused plot and forced humor.

  • Ryan Reynolds's performance was frequently highlighted as a positive element.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film for its visual spectacle and comedic performances, finding it to be a fun, albeit nonsensical, popcorn flick. Some reviewers found the plot too ridiculous, but most appreciated the entertainment value and the unique 'slime' monster concept.

Fun Fact

The elaborate slime effects were achieved using a combination of practical puppetry and CGI, with the lead slime creature's design evolving significantly during production to incorporate audience testing feedback.

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