Cast
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Trey Harrison
as Frank
Wes Reid
as Abraham
Michael Merchant
as Zachary
Jennie Russo
as Eleanor
Collin Dean
as Kid
Nathan Bonk
as Theo
Brett Janeski
as George
Melissa LaMartina
as Lady Bird
Nathan Hine
as Bodyguard
David Royal
as John
Wayne W. Johnson
as Darth Squanto
Samantha Varga
as Betsy
Stacy M. Underwood
as Dolly
Aiden Tetro
as Kid
Mary Snell
as Secretary
Crew
Director
- Ron Bonk
Writer
- Ron Bonk
Producer
- Howard Gromero
- Tim Ritter
- Jonathan Straiton
Reviews
Alex
House Shark, not the worst Sharksploitation movie ever, also not the best. First of all why is everyone named after presidents? Could they not come up with names?? Trey isn't a bad actor, he's probably the best one in the movie besides the damn shark!
The cinematography is pretty boring but they couldn't do much else there I guess. The story is also weird as shit like why would they wanna sell the house? Someone died in that house, bastards! And speaking of the damn shark where is he? He's barely in the movie besides the end! I mean it's probably for the best, he woulda looked like shit anyway if he wasn't just a puppet thing.
The Zachary guy's accent makes me mad why is it so half assed sometimes and others it's not even in use??? Darth Squanto??? Why is this Abraham guy suddenly in it? Why is his accent and mannerisms so weird too? And why the golden shower??? And why the hell does the female shark costume have an apron?!? Shoutout to the Mysterio reference, even tho this is before Far From Home. The shark plopping on the ground asleep and the way it gets up is kinda funny as shit.
The dialogue is so shitty too it's all cringe Jaws references or bad accents. The worst is that bar scene with Zachary. This Abraham guy must be on something I swear he's barely lucid this whole movie! I mean he thinks a praying mantis is the sharks natural enemy. And the Star Wars thing was so bad too. Stock video explosions smh. Ugh I need to watch a good movie to wash the taste of this outta my mouth.
Mar 16, 2022
Thematic Analysis
This Horror/Comedy film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. House Shark presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.
Director Ron Bonk 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 2017, 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 House Shark took approximately 20 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 112 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 136 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The costume department created over 210 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2017, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 21, 2017
- Runtime: 1h 52m
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