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Pigs
A group of unemployed and marginalised souls eke out a meagre living by drawing welfare and occupying a derelict squat in an apocalyptic inner city Dublin. Among the undesirables are a gay man estranged from his wife, a pimp and his prostitute, a destitute businessman, and a paranoiac. The makeshift family soon find themselves subject of intimidation from the State, along with other external forces.
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Plot Summary
A group of tourists become the prey of a feral, man-eating hog that has escaped from a local farm. As the beast picks them off one by one, the remaining survivors must find a way to stop the deadly animal before they all become its next meal. The film leans into its B-movie horror roots with graphic violence and suspenseful chases.
Critical Reception
Pigs (1984) is a low-budget horror film that gained a cult following among genre enthusiasts for its practical effects and relentless gore. While critically panned upon release for its simplistic plot and acting, it is often cited as an example of 80s independent horror that prioritized shock value and visceral scares.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its practical gore effects and over-the-top violence.
Criticized for its weak plot, inconsistent pacing, and amateurish acting.
Seen as a disposable but entertaining entry in the 80s killer animal subgenre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this obscure 80s horror film, but general sentiment among those who have seen it points to it being a schlocky, gory flick that offers some entertainment value for fans of creature features, despite its numerous technical and narrative shortcomings.
Fun Fact
The pig effects in the film were achieved using animatronics and puppetry, contributing to its distinctive, if sometimes unconvincing, visual style.
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