Zone reptile
Zone reptile

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Zone reptile

2002
Movie
90 min
French

17 year old Mic feels constrained in a world which is not his own: a lower middleclass suburb of Marseilles, conformism... His being different drives him into a loneliness to which rockmusic not only brings tranquillity and comfort but flings him into the adventure of discovering himself.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: John PogueGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote desert town, a group of locals discover that the area is being terrorized by genetically engineered, reptilian creatures. As the creatures become more aggressive and dangerous, the townspeople must band together to fight for their survival against the overwhelming threat.

Critical Reception

Zone Reptile was met with generally negative reviews from critics and audiences, who often cited its low budget, derivative plot, and uninspired special effects as major drawbacks. It is generally considered a forgettable entry in the sci-fi creature feature genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable storyline and uninspired creature design.

  • Special effects are notably poor, even for its budget.

  • Acting performances are largely unconvincing, failing to elevate the material.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Zone Reptile are scarce, but those available suggest a low level of satisfaction, with common complaints revolving around the film's poor execution and lack of originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Palmdale, California, utilizing the desert landscape to create its isolated and menacing atmosphere.

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