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Shakma
A murderous baboon escapes from a laboratory and roams the research building, and begins to kill some teenagers who are also in the building playing a Dungeons-and-Dragons type game.
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Plot Summary
A young man, interned at a primate research facility, befriends an intelligent baboon named Shakma. When a ruthless scientist begins experimenting with a new drug that causes extreme aggression in animals, the baboon becomes a deadly threat. Trapped in the facility with a group of colleagues during a lockdown, the intern must find a way to survive the rampaging primate.
Critical Reception
Shakma is a cult classic horror film known for its B-movie charm and surprisingly effective tension. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it has gained a dedicated following over the years for its unique premise and intense portrayal of a killer baboon. Audience reactions often praise its memorable scares and animalistic horror elements.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-concept premise of a killer baboon.
Noted for its suspenseful chase sequences and tense atmosphere.
Seen as a fun, if somewhat cheesy, entry in the animal attack genre.
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Fun Fact
The baboon playing Shakma was reportedly trained to perform many of its on-screen actions, though some scenes involved animatronics and other special effects to depict extreme aggression.
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