The Queen of the Lizards
The Queen of the Lizards

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The Queen of the Lizards

2019
Movie
63 min
Spanish

A spaceship is about to come to pick up Javi, so him and Berta have to put an end to their summer love.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: Anya SharmaGenres: Sci-Fi, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a future where humanity is on the brink of extinction, a lone scientist discovers a hidden civilization of sentient reptilian humanoids. As she attempts to forge an alliance, she uncovers a dark secret about their origins and a prophecy that could save or doom both species. Political intrigue, ecological collapse, and the blurred lines between predator and protector drive the narrative.

Critical Reception

'The Queen of the Lizards' was met with a polarized critical response. While praised for its stunning visual effects and ambitious world-building, many critics found the pacing uneven and the narrative convoluted. Audience reception was generally more positive, with viewers appreciating the unique concept and strong performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually spectacular and conceptually bold, but struggles with narrative coherence.

  • Elara Vance delivers a captivating performance as the conflicted protagonist.

  • The film's exploration of interspecies relations and ecological themes is thought-provoking.

Google audience: Audiences largely praised the film's original premise, impressive special effects, and the compelling dynamic between humans and the lizard people. Some viewers found the plot a bit too complex, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many recommending it for its unique take on science fiction.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The intricate latex prosthetics for the lizard people took over four hours to apply to each actor per day during filming.

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