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Incubus - Look Alive
Incubus: Look Alive is a dedicated summation of the state of Incubus, the alt-metal band born in the San Fernando Valley. While the seemingly low-key band takes to the road in some fairly exotic places, it demonstrates during live performances of the jangly "Quicksand," the hard-rocking "Megalomaniac," and dramatic "Anna Molly" that vocalist Brandon Boyd, guitarist Mike Einziger, bassist Dirk Lance, and drummer Jose Pasillas are close to mastering their ever-developing penchant for radical tonal shifts within songs. A novel element on this disc is travel footage from the band’s tour, including images from Israel, Dubai, London, and peculiarly beautiful, surreal shots of Iceland.
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Plot Summary
A group of friends breaks into an abandoned manufacturing plant for a night of debauchery, only to discover that the plant is still operational and run by a sinister, shadowy entity. As they attempt to escape, they find themselves hunted by the plant's robotic security systems and the enigmatic creature that controls them. The night descends into a bloody fight for survival against mechanical horrors and a malevolent force.
Critical Reception
Incubus received a mixed to positive reception, generally praised for its creative gore effects, dark humor, and energetic direction, though some critics found its plot to be somewhat derivative and its pacing uneven. It has gained a cult following among horror enthusiasts.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its inventive and gory practical effects.
Appreciated for its blend of horror and dark comedy.
Noted for its stylish direction and relentless pace in its action sequences.
Google audience: Audiences generally found 'Incubus' to be a fun, gory, and darkly humorous horror film. Many enjoyed the creature design and the practical effects, while some felt the plot could have been more original.
Fun Fact
Director Joe Lynch has stated that he wanted to create a modern take on 80s creature features, drawing inspiration from films like 'The Thing' and 'Evil Dead 2'.
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