Grabbers (Watch While It's In Theatres)

“Grabbers” Reels you in with a Keg of Laughs!
I am constantly looking for new monster movies to watch, hopefully enjoy and then add to my movie collection. Unfortunately, more often than not, these films end up being comparable to a Syfy Channel movie of the week (in other words, it sucks). Thankfully, every once in awhile one comes along that stands out. Such is the case with the 2012 release of GRABBERS.

I first read about this film in HorrorHound Magazine, and though it was getting good feedback, the premise certainly could’ve gone either way. Blood-sucking, tentacled aliens invade the coast of Ireland where the locals’ only hope of survival lies in their ability to get drunk! So how good could this film actually be? REALLY good!!!

This horror-comedy is actually an Irish production and definitely stands way above any Syfy Channel original film. Fishermen accidentally catch an alien cephalopod in their lobster pots. They eventually realize that this species feeds off of the blood of humans (of...

Scary space octopus... !!!
Very fun movie. It reminded me, more than once, of Shawn of the Dead. There's not much of a plot, but the characters are hilarious. Writing is good, but not consistent.
Most of the acting is good, with a few weak spots. The plot setup is done well -- just enough scenes to explain the movie monster and instill fear for the viewer to enjoy.
The climax is clever and makes sense. If you like Simon Pegg's funny stuff, this movie is very similar.

An Irish Treat
Well-made, funny, scary and thoroughly entertaining Monster flick in the mode of Tremors, or even Arachnophobia. The creature effects are excellent, the acting fine, and the story about a town coming together to battle a threat was a real treat. Plus is had "George the Werewolf" from the UK version of "Being Human in it.

The conceit that the creature can't tolerate eating drunk people adds a layer of comedy to lighten the mood. Great chemistry between the lead characters with great and off-beat supporting characters. Highly reccommemded!

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