Monday, December 22, 2008

A Major Rat Infestation in Creep


Kate, a party girl hopes to meet George Clooney at a local bar, but instead she finds herself on the run from a demented creature who hopes to make her his next snack. Taking place in the underground subway system of downtown London Kate must use her wits to fend off the attacks of a mysterious rat-like beast. However, this monster lives and breathes in the back alleys of the subway tubes and does not want his new guest to leave...ever (Internet).

Rating: Restricted for strong bloody horror violence, language, some drug use and sexual content.

Release Date: December 20, 2005.

Starring: Franka Potente, Vas Blackwood, Ken Campbell, Jeremy Sheffield, Paul Rattray, Kelly Scott, and Sean Harris.

Director: Christopher Smith.

Writer: Christopher Smith.

From the United Kingdom "Creep," is a horror flick that centers on feelings of claustrophobia while the acting of Franka Potente adds to the overall frightening tone of the film. "Creep," also capitalizes on other fears like; musophobia (fear of rats), coprophobia (fear of sewers and what is in them), and autophobia (fear of being alone). Potente is seen mostly running frantically through tunnels and subway stations while screaming during climactic sequences. Not a difficult role, but Franka portrays the somewhat heroic vixen believably and other minor characters support her with fine performances, periodically throughout the film.

An original addition of a rat-like creature that feeds on human victims is a chilling watch while the subway tubes offer limitless potential for scares and chase sequences. Looking very similar to the creatures from "Descent," the rat-like thing talks little and looms over his potential snacks with inhuman loathing. "Creep," is not overly tense or suspenseful, but the number of bodies littering tracks, hallways, and sewer lines are enough to make the film a fun, gorific watch.

There are only a few subtle hints as to the origins of "rat-boy," and a back story really could have made the "Creep," a much better watch. From one hospital scene it seems like the creature is the end result of some type of genetic experiment gone really wrong. Almost human looking the villain enjoys tearing, maiming, and disfiguring those unfortunate enough to cross his mouse tracks. Why his hatred for people? This question is also not given an explanation, but with some guesswork someone this creepy looking would have been on the receiving end of some teasing growing up.

While the United Kingdom is not known for horror films the success of "The Descent," and "28 Days Later," means that English directors are likely to continue developing intelligent, original, and terrifying pieces like "Creep." See this slightly underground horror film, that gently tugs on the heart strings for the joy that is horror filmmaking.

One of several movie stills from "Creep," with character Guy (Jeremy Sheffield)begging for forgivness and help after attempting the rape of the main character:



Sources:

Creep at IMDB

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