Cast
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Erin Brown
as Tess Gardner
Erika Smith
as Tonya Smith
Dave Fife
as Rupert Pine
Brice Kennedy
as Rodney Spinner
John Polonia
as Johnson the Fisherman
Leslie Culton
as Shower Girl
John Paul Fedele
as Drummer
Marty Manglaze
as The Creature
Brian Berry
as
Amanda Kerr
as
Scott Clemens
as
Alison Whitney
as
Tyrone Brown
as
Elisa Gouveia
as
Callie Burk
as
Crew
Director
- Mark Polonia
- John Polonia
Writer
- John Polonia
Reviews
Greigh Johanson
This is supposed to be a comedic tribute to the beach monster movies of the 1960s. It's about the Polonia brothers trying their hardest to rip off “**Humanoids from the Deep**” and other sea-monster flicks and I also see some parables to **Jaws** and **Psycho**. The acting is amateur and the directing is atrocious. The green-screen effects have gotta be the worst in cinematic history.
This movie intended to be a comedy and the film's humor is about homosexuality, sexual acts, farting, lesbianism and Hercules movies. Normally, I totally love that kind of humor, especially when it comes from **Troma**, but **Polonia** tends to make it really boring. Should we laugh at this shit? I didn't laugh once. In this edition of **Camp Motion Pictures** it comes a bonus disc containing the film's soundtrack and I promise I will never ever put it in my CD player. It's very rare (except for radio music) that I hear this kind of bad music. Even the music will be a part of the humor, and I was almost ashamed when I listened to it. **Polonia** has really stuck in childish and **Splatter Beach** is like a horror movie in the style of the 90's TV-shows like "**Eerie Indiana**" and "**Goosebumps**", but even worse.
I don't recommend this film to anyone. It's an hour of wasted time and you will by all odds not laugh a single time, it's just pathetic, poorly made and really boring.
Oct 3, 2012
Thematic Analysis
This Horror film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. Splatter Beach presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Mark Polonia brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2007, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Splatter Beach took approximately 35 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 70 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 112 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1979 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Splatter Beach shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Carriers, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Splatter Beach offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like I Still Know What You Did Last Summer and Alien Abduction explore similar territory, Splatter Beach stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: October 9, 2007
- Runtime: 1h 10m
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