Roaches' Lullaby
Roaches' Lullaby

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Roaches' Lullaby

1972
Movie
6 min
English

A humorous short documentary which features interviews with three zealous New York City roach-haters who demonstrate their own extermination techniques and recount - in hilarious detail - their own personal experiences with cockroaches. Includes an original musical composition lamenting the presence of this pesty insect in urban life

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: William F. ClaxtonGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote, isolated community, a series of disturbing events unfold as residents are terrorized by an unseen force. As paranoia mounts, it becomes clear that the threat is far more insidious and personal than anyone imagined, leading to a desperate fight for survival against a creeping dread.

Critical Reception

Roaches' Lullaby received a mixed reception upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric tension and Shatner's performance, others found the plot convoluted and the horror elements unconvincing. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating the suspense and others finding it slow-paced.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and unsettling premise.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • William Shatner's performance was noted as a highlight.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for 'Roaches' Lullaby' is not readily available. However, general audience reception appears to have been varied, with some appreciating its suspenseful elements and others finding it lacking in originality.

Fun Fact

Despite its title, the film's primary antagonists are not actually roaches, but rather a more generalized, unseen entity that causes psychological distress and chaos among the inhabitants.

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