Venomous
Venomous

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Venomous

1999
Movie
89 min
Korean

Korean martial arts movie starring Ricky Jun and Lee In-Seop. Special guest Won Jin "The Scorpion King".

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IMDb4.2/10
Director: Don E. FauntleroyGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of scientists is sent to investigate a remote island where a new, highly aggressive species of snake has been discovered. Upon arrival, they find themselves trapped and hunted by the venomous creatures, as well as by the island's dangerous and mysterious inhabitants. The team must fight for survival against the deadly serpents and uncover the island's dark secrets before becoming its next victims.

Critical Reception

Venomous is a low-budget creature feature that received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is often cited as a forgettable entry in the sci-fi horror genre, with criticisms typically directed at its predictable plot, uninspired acting, and weak special effects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Weak plot and uninspired direction.

  • Special effects are unconvincing.

  • Lacks tension and originality.

Google audience: Audience reception is scarce, but available comments often point to the film being a disappointing and unoriginal horror movie with little to offer fans of the genre.

Fun Fact

The film was primarily shot in South Africa, utilizing its diverse landscapes to stand in for a remote island.

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