Full Moon
Full Moon

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Full Moon

1993
Movie
89 min
Russian

A chain of mysterious murders of hunters is being investigated in a forest village. In the light of the full moon, a killer dressed in a wolf's skin strikes another victim with terrible claws. A young huntsman, a former resident of the area, takes over the investigation.

Insights

IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Google Users55%
Director: Paul VerhoevenGenres: Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

A U.S. Senator's daughter, recently returned from a mission in space, begins to transform into a bloodthirsty creature. Her condition is linked to a dangerous alien life form she encountered, which is now loose on Earth. As the transformations escalate, a desperate race against time ensues to find a cure and prevent a global catastrophe.

Critical Reception

Full Moon received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many criticizing its convoluted plot and excessive gore. However, some viewers appreciated its ambitious sci-fi premise and the unique creature effects, while others found it a campy, enjoyable horror film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive creature design and suspenseful moments.

  • Criticized for a confusing narrative and a reliance on shocking violence.

  • Seen by some as an underappreciated B-movie gem with a cult following.

Google audience: Audience reviews are divided, with many finding the film to be a fun, albeit gory, sci-fi horror flick. Some appreciate the practical effects and the eerie atmosphere, while others are put off by the nonsensical plot and extreme violence.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a more serious sci-fi thriller but was later adapted into a more graphic horror film, leading to some tonal inconsistencies.

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