RiffTrax Live: Sharknado
RiffTrax Live: Sharknado

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RiffTrax Live: Sharknado

2014
Movie
106 min
English

RiffTrax gives the classic riff treatment of the cult film 'Sharknado', a film about sharks - in a tornado.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Director: Michael EisnerGenres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A freak hurricane in Los Angeles hurls sharks into the air, creating a feeding frenzy on land. As terrified citizens are ripped apart, a group of survivors must band together to find a way to stop the deadly airborne predators.

Critical Reception

As a RiffTrax Live event, the reception is tied to the comedic commentary provided by Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett. The RiffTrax presentation itself is generally praised for its humor and effectiveness in making the famously 'so bad it's good' Sharknado more entertaining. The original film, Sharknado, was widely panned for its nonsensical plot, poor acting, and special effects, but gained a cult following for its absurdity.

What Reviewers Say

  • The RiffTrax commentary elevates the viewing experience of an already campy film.

  • Nelson, Murphy, and Corbett's signature witty banter successfully spoofs the film's inherent ridiculousness.

  • A fun, communal viewing event for fans of bad movies and comedic riffing.

Google audience: Audience reception for the RiffTrax Live event is overwhelmingly positive, with viewers citing the humorous commentary as the primary reason for enjoyment and recommending it as a great way to watch the original film.

Awards & Accolades

None notable for the RiffTrax Live presentation; the original Sharknado gained a cult following and significant social media buzz but few traditional accolades.

Fun Fact

The RiffTrax Live: Sharknado event was a live broadcast from theaters across the United States, with the riffers performing their commentary in front of a live audience before it was streamed.

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