Raptor
Raptor

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Raptor

2012
Movie
73 min
English

Jasper Johnson is a relationship counselor who's about to take on a whole new identity. With a martial arts background and a super-power, Jasper is trying to keep the streets of Perl City safe from violence and drugs, as a hero named Raptor!

Insights

IMDb3.1/10
Director: Tony R. SmithGenres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a remote research facility, a team of scientists are conducting experiments on a genetically engineered raptor. When the creature escapes, it begins a brutal hunt for the humans trapped with it. The survivors must band together and find a way to stop the deadly predator before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Raptor was released direct-to-video and received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences alike, often cited for its low budget, poor acting, and unoriginal plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a lack of budget, evident in its special effects and overall production value.

  • Performances are widely criticized, with many finding the acting wooden and unconvincing.

  • The plot is considered derivative, borrowing heavily from other monster and creature features without adding anything new.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Raptor is scarce due to its limited release and low profile. However, available comments generally echo critical sentiments, with viewers frequently pointing out the film's low quality and lack of entertainment value.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by The Asylum, a studio known for its low-budget "mockbuster" films that often capitalize on the release of major Hollywood blockbusters. Raptor was released around the same time as the Jurassic Park franchise's popularity surged, though it is not directly related to it.

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