- Actors: Michael Madsen, Peter Tuinstra, Sherry Edwards, Elizabeth Healey, Scott Hazell
- Directors: Stewart Raffill
- Writers: Ken Solarz
- Producers: Charles Salmon, Robert Halmi Jr., Robert Halmi Sr.
- Format: AC-3, Colour, Dolby, DVD-Video, Widescreen, NTSC
- Language English
- Region: Region 1 (US and Canada DVD formats.)
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 2.35:1
- Number of discs: 1
- Classification: Unrated (US MPAA rating. See details.)
- Studio: Rhi Entertainment
- DVD Release Date: 5 Feb 2008
- Run Time: 100 minutes
- Average Customer Review: 1.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
- ASIN: B000ZBEOFG
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 59,207 in Film & TV (See Top 100 in Film & TV)
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Format:DVD
I've nothing positive to say about this movie whatsoever. I thought Jaws 3 was very bad but this is probably on an even keel or worse. Very poor everything - what were the movie executives thinking to position their money into this heap of dung? It's a real shame because Michael Madsen is an actor of merit & certainly the most qualified amongst this cast so it's obvious why he earned the central role (& I hope this was a good earner for him) - everyone else seemed miscast or had no on-screen presence (except for one or two of the small non-English spoken parts I presume performed by local extras).
I don't understand the purpose or the need for a film like this or why it has the need to be made. When it comes to out of control creature-versus-human type flicks, I still have to hand it to Spielberg for Jaws 1 which has a great script, great direction and cast, quality music to support the tension (and calmer moments too). It's shameful that a movie like this 30 years on cannot outperform any single aspect I just catalogued above. The croc was unconvincing too!
I don't understand the purpose or the need for a film like this or why it has the need to be made. When it comes to out of control creature-versus-human type flicks, I still have to hand it to Spielberg for Jaws 1 which has a great script, great direction and cast, quality music to support the tension (and calmer moments too). It's shameful that a movie like this 30 years on cannot outperform any single aspect I just catalogued above. The croc was unconvincing too!
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Croc,crocodillian,croco o load of this creature feature movie.Now we have all seen Lake placid,Crocodile,Blood surf and alligator...well ok not the last load of tripe,but never the less have an idea what is going to happen in this type of movie. Here involves a bunch of stupid people including the must have sherriff or police dept,bunch of no hope acting fodder and of coarse the expert or hunter or both!Throw in a huge monsterous beast of a reptile...perferably of the crocodillian/alligatoriod variety and sit back and ...swim in laughter! You know the drill,lots of falling in water,shouting,screaming fake blood and of coarse ...a rather good,real looking crocodile!Yes the only great thing about this movie is the monster croc,it is worth watching just for this reason. 6 out of 10 for the croc!
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15 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Better Than Average
9 Mar 2008
Format: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.
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
A good script goes a long way
16 April 2008
Format: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
very uneven special effects, but kind of a nice change of pace . . .
27 Aug 2010
Format: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.
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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