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Shrieker
Clark (Tanya Dempsey), a young Mathematics major at University, thinks she's found the best deal for student housing: a group of squatters who live in an abandoned hospital secretly. The quirky residents let her into their community provided she follow the rules, including not telling anyone about her living arrangements. All seems wonderful, until she discovers that the reason that the hospital was abandoned was a series of murders in the 1940s by a strange "shrieking killer" who was never captured - and the discovery that someone who's living in the hospital is using occult means to bring back the demonic "Shrieker".
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Plot Summary
A genetically engineered creature, designed as a weapon, escapes from a military laboratory. This creature, known as Shrieker, has the ability to mimic human voices and appearances, making it incredibly dangerous. A team is assembled to hunt down the creature before it can cause further destruction and chaos.
Critical Reception
Shrieker is a low-budget direct-to-video horror film that received a mixed to negative reception. It is often criticized for its dated special effects and predictable plot, but some viewers appreciate its campy B-movie qualities and the inclusion of Alice Cooper.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from poor acting and unconvincing special effects.
Despite its flaws, some find enjoyment in its B-movie charm and schlocky horror elements.
The plot is derivative and fails to generate significant suspense.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect disappointment with the film's production values and narrative execution.
Fun Fact
Alice Cooper, who also provided the theme song, plays a supporting role as a motel owner named 'The Unborn'.
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