Sharks of the Corn
Sharks of the Corn

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Sharks of the Corn

2021
Movie
105 min
English

Strange things are happening in Druid Hills, Kentucky, known mainly for its voluminous corn output. Victims of monsters in cornfields begin cropping up, and witnesses are saying there are large Great White sharks swimming in the corn stalks.

Insights

IMDb3.5/10
Director: James NunnGenres: Action, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

When a rural farming community's crops are threatened by a mysterious blight, they turn to a shaman for help. However, the shaman unleashes mutated, genetically engineered sharks into the cornfields, creating a deadly new predator. The townsfolk must band together to survive the relentless onslaught of these airborne predators before they are all consumed.

Critical Reception

Sharks of the Corn is a low-budget horror film that has garnered attention more for its outlandish premise than critical acclaim. It is generally viewed as a schlocky, B-movie experience that leans into its absurd concept with a direct-to-video sensibility.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's premise of sharks in cornfields is its main draw, offering a unique albeit ridiculous horror scenario.

  • Performances and production values are typical of low-budget genre films, with some reviewers finding them charmingly amateurish.

  • Despite its flaws, it provides a campy, B-movie thrill for viewers seeking over-the-top creature features.

Google audience: Audience reception is scarce due to its limited release, but general sentiment for similar films suggests a division between those who appreciate the campy absurdity and those who find the execution lacking.

Fun Fact

The film's director, James Nunn, is known for directing other low-budget action and horror films, often featuring aquatic or creature-based threats.

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