Monster Machine
Monster Machine

Monster Machine

2013Movie19 minEnglish

From Director Andrew Bowser (The Mother of Invention, Jimmy Tupper VS The Goatman of Bowie) comes a comedy short that both pays homage to and satirizes the Zombie genre. In the adventurous tone of 80's favorites like "Monster Squad" and "Weird Science" - "Monster Machine" follows inventor Vincent Dooly and his best friend Terry Futterman as Vincent unveils his latest creation. Will this machine be Vincent's masterpiece? Or will it unleash a dark power that no man can possibly control.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Charles BandGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a futuristic world, a disgraced scientist creates a mind-controlled robot army to take over the government. However, a ragtag group of misfits, led by a former soldier and a resourceful stripper, must band together to stop the machines and save humanity from technological enslavement. The film blends B-movie thrills with campy humor as the unlikely heroes fight their way through hordes of robotic monstrosities.

Critical Reception

Monster Machine received a generally poor reception from critics, with many pointing to its low-budget production values and uninspired plot. While some acknowledged its B-movie charm and occasional moments of campy entertainment, the overall consensus was that it failed to deliver a compelling or original horror-sci-fi experience. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with fans of director Charles Band's previous work finding some enjoyment in its schlocky elements, while others were disappointed by its execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Low-budget production values and a predictable plot mar the film's potential.
  • Occasional moments of campy humor and B-movie thrills offer some light entertainment.
  • Fails to deliver a truly engaging or original horror-sci-fi narrative.

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Fun Fact

Director Charles Band is known for his prolific career in B-movie horror and sci-fi, often working with limited budgets to create cult classics.

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