Fangs Out Review: Horror Comedy Struggles To Get To SoBadIt'sGood Territory

For those who don't know, Sterling Films is a production company that specializes in small budget films. Fangs Out , like many of Sterling's productions, isn't for everyone, especially if you're looking for cohesive storytelling, above-average production values ​​for student films, and extracurricular specials. When these expectations are adjusted, you can adjust to the funny story that happens, even if it doesn't necessarily mean it's good.

Fangs Out follows a group of students who travel to Mexico to get plastic surgery. Instead of the usual shadowy creation, which is loosely controlled by the Americans, the group falls into a trap where they encounter the vampire Dr. Pavor (Samuel Code). With the help of his bloodthirsty nurses, the doctor's big evil plan is in motion, but the detective is threatened in the search for his missing daughter.

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There's a point where the cheapness of this production becomes attractive as the cast and crew come across this truly stunning horror comedy about a vampire who uses a plastic surgery clinic to lure his victims. Despite the high energy and commitment to bring the film together, the script is mediocre and the humor is surprisingly new. There's a clear line between who likes it and who doesn't, and as someone who isn't up to the task, I can only appreciate the effort. The creativity of the story is commendable and the editing of the film is enough to take the audience on a journey, even if it subdues the script's efforts.

While clichés, cringe-worthy jokes, sadistic sex scenes, and plenty of dirty jokes plague Fangs Out , the movie still manages to entertain. However, there's no shortage of films that could benefit from a revamp of the female script, and Fangs Out is no exception, especially in terms of the nature of the story. Also, while the vision is pretty clear, attempts to be satirical or humorous often fall flat, he could have used a few more drafts. The plot starts out rather confusing, but then becomes predictable with some nice twists.

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Production costs are basically nothing. It's hard to escape the DIY aesthetic, but the film's efforts combine horror with practical effects and minimal CGI. However, it's hard to really accept what's on the screen when shortcuts can't hide functions. The sounds of the outside world enter the mood; The sound of the air conditioner turning on and off at odd hours shows that no one works here forever. However, there's a lot you can forgive when you realize that Fangs Out was filmed on a shoestring budget.

Acting is exhausting, fun and sometimes unpredictable. There is a sense that not everyone takes their work seriously, which is for the best. Bad acting is somewhat contagious, as many actors embrace the same strained, sometimes emotional and angry readings. Fake it or not, most of the dialogue is incomprehensible, but in most scenes you understand what happens when the actor stops, sits, or sleeps.

Fangs Out isn't great and has little promise, but it has an admirable character that you can't help but accept. It is a very unique film, but not without quality. The bottom line is whether you like it or not, and for all its flaws, it can't be accused of not being fun.

Fangs Out is now available on digital platforms. Not rated yet.