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4.0 out of 5 stars
Better Than Average, Mar 9 2008
By Joshua Koppel - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Croc (DVD)
Not quite a giant croc film although the title creature is at the high end of normal size. Set in Thailand, an American runs a local zoo. A local Thai businessman is trying to force him out of business by any means necessary. One tactic has the zoos crocodiles set loose. Unfortunately this coincides with the arrival of a rather nasty croc that takes to snacking on the local population. The arrival of a mysterious hunter (Michael Madsen) provides a chance for the zoo owner to find and eliminate the dangerous creature.I have to say that I found this one to be far better that I was expecting. The parallels between the Americans and Thais were well thought out and played without being heavy handed. Acting was pretty solid all around, even to the most minor characters. While not really a giant croc film this is certainly a superior example of a man-versus-nature movie. I definitely recommend this one to fans of croc films or man-eater films. Check it out.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
A good script goes a long way, April 16 2008
By Terry R. Bamber - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Croc (DVD)
a cracking adventure, made on shoestring budget but delivers entertainment. Just sit back and enjoy the ride. Some of the acting is dodgy but cripes people in real life aren't always convincing. The music could have been much better but the characters are likeable and good to each other. I want to see films with this sort of kindness in the characters. I am fed up with swearing, aggressive, 'blow everyone except myself' blockbusters which are the norm now. This is not a 'blow your mind' film but a good solid enjoyment.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars
very uneven special effects, but kind of a nice change of pace . . ., Aug 27 2010
By trebe - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Croc (DVD)
Filmed in Thailand and part of the Maneater series, Croc (2007) as you might expect, is about a large crocodile that is chomping on the local population. While not particularly well-written, and with spotty often laughable special effects, what probably helps bolster the film are some of the exotic locations, and the cast of mostly unknown, but earnest local actors. Being from another culture, and having limited acting experience, the cast have a certain innocence and freshness. Michael Madsen (Species) is the only name star, playing Hawkins, an experienced croc hunter. Until he appears at about the halfway point, the film is carried almost entirely by the local talent.Jack McQuade (Peter Tuinstra) the owner of Jack's Croc Farm, has some major problems. The Konsong brothers, rich influential businessmen, are trying to shut down his business. And Evelyn Namwong (Sherry Phungprasert), an agent from animal welfare is also on his case. Fortunately Jack has his nephew Theo (Scott Hazel) to help him with the business, and his sister Allison (Elizabeth Healey) for financial backing.
After Konsong's thugs break into the farm and release some of the crocodiles, Jack's animals are temporarily suspected of being responsible, after human remains are discovered in the ocean. When the killer croc strikes again, grabbing a small boy, it is clear that another much larger animal is to blame. After being fired, Evelyn teams up with Jack, who is hunting the croc. After meeting Hawkins in the jungle, they form one big happy team.
Croc is full of ridiculous moments, probably none more so than when the killer croc invades a swimming pool. Some of the attack scenes are quite effective, including one where the young boy is swallowed whole by the beast. A fake croc is effectively employed in some of the attacks, but the budget apparently ran low in other areas. Often the suitable footage to make scenes with the croc look passable apparently was not available. Instead the filmmakers try, mostly unsuccessfully, to get by with cheap tricks, stock footage, and fast editing. After a while, these visual shortcomings become a joke.
While the special effects are not always up to snuff, and the acting isn't vey polished, Croc does have some entertaining moments. Perhaps not enough to recommend as a buy, but if you are a fan of the Maneater series, the film is certainly worth looking for on the Sy Fy schedule.
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