Crawlies
Crawlies

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Crawlies

2024
Movie
18 min
Spanish

Crawlies is a soliloquy based on voice recordings of my schizophrenic uncle. An audiovisual exercise of mise en abyme that weaves a patchwork of memories from my childhood, of madness and desire.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users70%
Director: Danielle HarrisGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a secluded desert town, a group of people find themselves trapped when a swarm of aggressive, mutated insects descend upon them. As the sun sets, their fight for survival intensifies against these ravenous creatures. They must band together to find a way to escape the desolate landscape before they become the next meal for the terrifying 'Crawlies'.

Critical Reception

Crawlies has been met with a mixed-to-positive reception, with many critics and audiences appreciating its blend of creature feature horror and dark humor. The film is noted for its practical effects and a surprisingly effective cast, though some found the pacing uneven and the plot somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its campy fun and commitment to creature effects.

  • Criticized for a familiar plot and occasional tonal shifts.

  • Generally seen as an enjoyable, albeit derivative, horror-comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the fun, over-the-top nature of the film and commend the creature design. Some viewers found the dialogue a bit cheesy but overall enjoyed the B-movie vibe and the nostalgic feel of the creature-feature genre.

Fun Fact

Director Danielle Harris, known for her extensive acting career in horror films like the 'Halloween' franchise, made her feature directorial debut with 'Crawlies'.

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