Are you ready for a thrilling ride through shark-infested cornfields? Grab your seats, because "Sharks of the Corn" is here to deliver the ultimate in horror and comedy. Filmed by the legendary Tim Ritter, this ultra budget film draws inspiration from Stephen King's famous "Children of the Corn" (1984) and turns it into a hilarious, bizarre humor satire that'll leave you wondering what you're doing and rolling on the floor smiling.
Un Cornfield Carnival of Chaos
In the first scene, one of the fields that seems innocent "Sharks of the Corn" establishes the comedy of its characters. We are introduced to Gary and Susan Two characters that gradually fade out of the picture after the film has veered off in unexpected directions. It weaves together horror components with lots of subplots. It's a pleasing combination that can best be called a cornfield carnival full of craziness.
A The Psychopathic Shark Enthusiast
Enter Teddy Bo Lucas, a persona that provides an additional dimension of absurdity to an already awe-inspiring plot. The psychopathic shark lover has an uncanny fascination with these water-based predators. And if that were not already bizarre enough Teddy increases his interest to an entire new level after He commits an eerie murder within his hotel room. A shocking twist in the story sets the stage for an enthralling whirlwind full of intrigue, suspicion and awe.
Confusion, Cults Confusion, Cults and Sharks
It gets even more complicated when the authorities blame poor Gary who was responsible for the death of Susan however, he is not the motive. While a shark-related cult has emerged as a fascinating subplot, introducing us to the world of cornfields where admiration for sharks meet. Just when you think it's not going to get any more crazy 2 bumbling thieves decide to take a shark pup from the group of people. The show is a mix of the absurd and hilarious that keep an audience engaged.
Critiques as well as Comic Relief
Although "Sharks of the Corn" provides an original and refreshing experience, it's not devoid of its shortcomings. The movie often switches between different characters and scenes, rendering some viewers disorientated and struggling to follow all the different plotlines. It's a clever stylistic decision which adds to the humorous style of the film however it's unlikely to be all people's cup of coffee.
The production value of the film is intentionally low and the actors' performance falls into the realm of questionable. In spite of the plethora of mediocre performances, Steve Guynn shines through with his exemplary performance, embodying his character instead of acting out some lines. This is an uncommon example of genuine acting in a sea in which the actors are exaggerated.
Shark Puppets and Bonkers Plotlines
"Sharks of the Corn" enjoys the low-budget style of film with simple effects with an attractive charm. Many of the sharks will be slapstick portrayed with hand puppets. This adds an air of absurdity the movie. The bonkers plotline, revolving on a shark cult's scheme for reviving a legendary shark goddess, is where the movie is truly able to unleash its creative. This creativity, however, often can't be translated into an interesting viewer experience.
Amateurish Cinematography, Explosions Optional
One of the areas in which "Sharks of the Corn" misses the mark is in cinematography. The (blog post) frame and the visuals come look amateurish, lacked the elegance and sophistication that can be found in popular horror films. While this may be intentional to keep the aesthetic low-budget However, it impacts the overall quality of the viewing experience.
In the final analysis "Sharks of the Corn" is an acquired taste. It's an uninteresting and slow collection of scenes that may be difficult to comprehend of. The low production quality complicated plot lines, and the questionable performances could put off certain viewers looking for a well-crafted horror comedy. For those who are interested in bad movies for entertainment "Sharks of the Corn" will not provide laughter that you'd expect.
Final Rating"Stock Footage Overlay" - One "Stock Footage Overlay" Out of Five
Although the video itself is not of good quality, sound, acting, and editing "Sharks of the Corn" doesn't quite hit the quality. Though it's an excellent and entertaining spoof of a film, the movie fails to give an engaging and cohesive user experience. The reviewer will make a funny note: movies, like corn, only get better when they include explosions. Unfortunately, "Sharks of the Corn" doesn't quite make the cut.