Thinning the Herd
Thinning the Herd

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Thinning the Herd

2004
Movie
10 min
English

A mysterious confrontation arises as a woman is surprised by a man, waiting in her home.

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IMDb3.7/10
Director: Peter KalishGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of strangers find themselves trapped on a remote island after their plane crashes. They soon discover they are not alone, as a prehistoric creature begins to hunt them one by one. Survival becomes a desperate race against time and a monstrous predator.

Critical Reception

Thinning the Herd received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike, with many finding the plot predictable and the execution lacking. The film struggled to find a significant audience and is generally considered a B-movie with limited appeal.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak script and underdeveloped characters.

  • The creature effects are unconvincing, detracting from any potential suspense.

  • Burt Reynolds' presence does little to elevate the overall poor quality of the movie.

Google audience: Audience reception for Thinning the Herd is scarce, but available commentary suggests a low opinion of the film, citing its unoriginality and poor production values.

Fun Fact

Despite its late release in 2004, the film was actually shot in 1999 under the title 'The Island'.

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