The Pig People
The Pig People

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The Pig People

2009
Movie
0
English

Five college film students enter a haunted forest and shoot a documentary about the half-human, half-pig creatures known as the Pig People.

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IMDb4.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic35/100
Google Users45%
Director: Kevin SmithGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In this mockumentary, a struggling filmmaker attempts to capture the essence of a reclusive community known as 'The Pig People,' who allegedly communicate through grunts and oinks. As he delves deeper, he uncovers bizarre traditions, questionable hygiene, and a surprising connection to the local pig population. The film explores themes of identity, community, and the nature of artistic pursuit.

Critical Reception

The Pig People received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its humor juvenile and its premise underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly divided, with some appreciating its quirky, low-brow style and others dismissing it as pointless and offensive.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised by a few for its outlandish premise and crude humor, but largely criticized for being unfunny and offensive.

  • Some viewers found a strange charm in its absurdity, while most found it a tedious and pointless exercise.

  • The mockumentary style was deemed uninspired, failing to elevate the problematic subject matter.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split between those who found the film hilariously bizarre and those who considered it a complete waste of time. Many viewers found the attempts at humor to be crude and offensive, while a smaller group appreciated its unconventional nature and the actors' commitment to the ridiculous roles.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a short skit for Kevin Smith's podcast but was expanded into a feature-length mockumentary due to popular demand for more content from the 'View Askewniverse'.

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