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Rattle Snake
Nigeria's first ever action movie. Ahanna Okolo (Snake) is drawn into a web of organised crime, gang rivalry, passion when unforseen circumstances change the course of his otherwise happy childhood.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends on a camping trip are terrorized by a sadistic serial killer known as 'The Rattle Snake'. As they try to escape the wilderness, they are hunted one by one, leading to a desperate fight for survival against a relentless and brutal adversary.
Critical Reception
Rattle Snake was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited as an example of low-quality direct-to-video horror filmmaking from the era. It gained a reputation for its gratuitous violence and weak plot.
What Reviewers Say
Widely criticized for its excessive gore and lack of substance.
Lacks originality and relies heavily on shock value.
Considered by many to be a forgettable entry in the slasher genre.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often point to the film's brutality and poor storytelling as major drawbacks.
Fun Fact
Despite being directed by Uwe Boll, known for his video game adaptations, Rattle Snake is an original horror film and not based on any existing game.
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