Black Sheep
The story is set during the World War II. Seven prisoners manage to escape from the penitentiary and hide in a small village forsaken of God and men. Soon after they respire, they face a new hardship - a German subversive group appears near the village. And as the fate decree, the former 'enemies' of the Motherland turn into its fierce defenders.
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Plot Summary
A group of young people on a "Number 8" farm in New Zealand discover that the sheep are not what they seem. Genetically modified to be more docile and profitable, these sheep have become carnivorous predators, and the unsuspecting visitors become their next meal. The film follows the survivors as they try to escape the farm and the terrifying, flesh-eating flock.
Critical Reception
Black Sheep was generally met with positive to mixed reviews, with critics often praising its unique blend of gore, comedy, and absurdity. While some found the plot thin and the humor occasionally juvenile, many appreciated its originality and over-the-top creature effects. It gained a cult following for its B-movie charm and outrageous premise.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its inventive and gory horror-comedy premise.
- Appreciated for its over-the-top creature effects and unique Canadian-esque dry humor.
- Noted for being a fun, if sometimes predictable, B-movie experience.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a fun and entertaining horror-comedy. Many highlighted the creative concept of killer sheep and the effective blend of scares and laughs. Some viewers mentioned that while the plot wasn't groundbreaking, the film delivered on its promise of gory fun.
Fun Fact
The sheep were created using a combination of animatronics, CGI, and real sheep costumes operated by actors.
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