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EP 537: Crawl

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Greg D and Genius McGee dive into Florida's hurricane-ravaged, gator-infested world to review the 2019 survival horror film 'Crawl'.
The episode opens with the hosts introducing their review of the 2019 film 'Crawl', set in Florida during a hurricane. They describe Florida as a dangerous place with alligators, hurricanes, and crazy stereotypes, setting the tone for the film's perilous environment. Greg and Genius discuss the film's plot, focusing on a father and daughter trapped in a crawl space with attacking alligators. They highlight the film's intense sequences, such as spider swarms and gator attacks, praising its ability to maintain tension. The hosts analyze director Alexandre Aja's filmography, noting his evolution from French extremity films like 'High Tension' to more balanced creature features like 'Crawl'. They mention Aja's collaboration with producer Sam Raimi and compare 'Crawl' to other animal attack movies. Personal anecdotes about Florida's wildlife and weather are interwoven, adding humor and relatability. The hosts delve into specific scenes, including a compound fracture moment and the use of practical effects. They discuss the characters' survival instincts and the film's pacing, noting its 84-minute runtime as a strength. The episode also touches on broader horror themes, such as the appeal of creature features and the role of practical vs. digital effects. Greg and Genius share their viewing experiences, with Genius noting it was his second time watching the film. They conclude by recommending 'Crawl' as a fun, effective thriller that deserves more recognition in the horror genre.

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A gator movie opens up a lively debate on gore, craft, and creature effects.

2019's Crawl sends Nightmare Junkhead into Florida country for gators, hurricanes, and creature-feature craft. Greg D. and Genius McGee keep returning to the balance they think the movie pulls off: enough gore and meanness to leave a mark, without pushing so hard that the fun…

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You want gators, hurricanes, and gore that still knows a creature feature should be fun.

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