Crustaceans
The film Crustaceans treats itself like an impressionist picture or a Japanese Haiku. Crustaceans is a matter of reflection on an instance in life with the social-economical crisis as a landscape. The heartbreak in times of crisis. The film was filmed as demonstrations in the streets against crisis and social welfare cuts took place. For two years, it filmed street demonstrations and incorporated actors in the social landscape. The result, is a film in which the collective and the intimate come together. Both the characters and the people in the street, like identical crustaceans, take to the street to express their shame and rage for what is happening and try to find a solution. A time of anxiety, uncertainty and protest that conforms the landscape in which the characters, such as crustaceans hide their wounds under their hard shell is seen.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a camping trip discover that the local crustaceans have mutated into bloodthirsty monsters. They must band together and fight for survival against the terrifying creatures that lurk in the woods.
Critical Reception
Crustaceans is a low-budget independent horror-comedy that garnered a cult following for its unique premise and blend of humor and gore. While not a critical darling, it's appreciated by fans of B-movies and creature features for its earnest execution and over-the-top scares.
What Reviewers Say
- Offers a fun, if gory, take on the creature feature genre.
- Appeals to fans of independent horror with its practical effects and campy tone.
- While simplistic, the film delivers on its promise of B-movie thrills.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Crustaceans are mixed, with many appreciating its DIY spirit and B-movie charm. Some viewers found the low budget apparent in the production values, while others enjoyed the creature effects and comedic elements.
Fun Fact
Director Phil Blattenberger also stars in the film as one of the main characters and handled many of the behind-the-scenes roles due to the film's independent nature.
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