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Creamen
An animated short about four flavors of ice cream in an ice cream cart in a park. Where being popular can lead to your early demise. As can Global Warming which is what this short is about.
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Plot Summary
When two friends discover a series of horrifying disappearances plaguing their town, they begin to suspect a sinister local legend. Their investigation leads them into the dark underbelly of the community, where they uncover a gruesome truth connected to a mysterious pie shop. The friends must fight for their lives as they become entangled in a terrifying and bizarre plot.
Critical Reception
While "Creamen" garnered a cult following for its unique blend of comedy and horror and its distinctive visual style, it received mixed to negative reviews from mainstream critics. Many found its shock value and outlandish plot to be gratuitous, though some appreciated its B-movie sensibilities and Kevin Smith's distinctively unconventional approach.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its audacious and bizarre premise.
Criticized for gratuitous gore and a weak plot.
Seen as a polarizing, divisive entry in Kevin Smith's filmography.
Google audience: Audience reviews are split, with some enjoying the film's dark humor and shocking elements, while others found it to be excessive and lacking in substance.
Fun Fact
The film is a spiritual successor to Kevin Smith's 2011 film "Red State", featuring similar themes of religious extremism and exploitation, and was shot in Saskatchewan, Canada.
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