Manticore
Manticore

Movie spotlight

Manticore

2011
Movie
110 min
Russian

Katya, a highly-skilled racing-car driver, is forced to play in a deadly game where mysterious creatures are killing other racers.

Insights

IMDb3.8/10
Director: Tristan DuboisGenres: Horror, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

In the wake of a global catastrophe, a group of survivors attempts to rebuild society. However, their efforts are threatened by a monstrous creature known as the Manticore. The survivors must band together to fight for their lives against this formidable beast and navigate the dangers of their new world.

Critical Reception

Manticore (2011) received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences, often cited for its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and subpar special effects, despite some acknowledging its attempts at action and suspense within the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality and relies heavily on genre clichés.

  • Special effects are unconvincing and detract from the viewing experience.

  • The narrative struggles to build genuine tension or engaging character arcs.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to agree with critical assessments, pointing out the film's low production values and uninspired storytelling as significant drawbacks.

Fun Fact

The film's creature design was inspired by the mythological beast of the same name, which traditionally has the body of a lion and the head of a human, though the on-screen depiction takes significant creative liberties.

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