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Skin Crawl
A young woman named Margaret is brutally murdered, victim of her husband's cold-blooded plot to inherit her wealth. An ages-old curse lying dormant for generations will manifest itself before his very eyes and those of Margaret's killers.
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Plot Summary
A small town is plagued by a mysterious, parasitic organism that infects people, causing them to become violent and mutated. Sheriff Lana, along with a visiting Marine biologist named Jim, must race against time to find a cure and stop the creatures before the entire population is consumed.
Critical Reception
Skin Crawl was primarily a made-for-television film that received a mixed to negative reception from critics. It was often criticized for its predictable plot, low production values, and reliance on typical B-movie horror tropes. However, some viewers found it to be a passably entertaining creature feature, particularly fans of the genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a derivative plot and uninspired creature design.
Performances are generally weak, with Shannen Doherty's effort being a notable exception.
Despite its flaws, it offers some moderate thrills for die-hard horror fans.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'Skin Crawl (2007)' is not readily available in a consolidated format. Audience reception appears to be divided, with some finding it a forgettable B-movie and others enjoying its schlocky elements.
Fun Fact
The film was originally titled 'Parasite' before being changed to 'Skin Crawl'.
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