Prehysteria! 3
Prehysteria! 3

Prehysteria! 3

1995Movie84 minEnglish

The dinosaurs help young Ella and her family save their mini-putt business.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: David DeCoteauGenres: Family, Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A group of children discover a family of miniature, prehistoric creatures and must protect them from a greedy businessman who wants to exploit them. The kids go to great lengths to keep the tiny dinosaurs safe and hidden, leading to a series of comedic and adventurous situations.

Critical Reception

Prehysteria! 3 is a low-budget family film that received a generally unenthusiastic reception from critics and audiences alike, largely considered a direct-to-video release with minimal ambition. It is often cited as an example of a film produced for a young audience that lacks significant narrative depth or sophisticated filmmaking.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is noted for its simplistic plot and predictable nature.
  • Performances are generally considered to be weak, fitting the low-budget production.
  • The special effects for the miniature creatures are basic and unconvincing.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Prehysteria! 3 are scarce, but available feedback suggests that while some younger viewers may find the concept of tiny dinosaurs engaging, most adults find the film to be poorly executed and lacking in entertainment value. It is typically viewed as a forgettable entry in the family film genre.

Fun Fact

David DeCoteau, the director, is known for his prolific work in the direct-to-video genre, often under various pseudonyms, and has directed numerous films across multiple genres including horror and family entertainment.

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