creature feature
Britishnoun
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Tonally the film is a mishmash of thriller, dark comedy and, most disappointingly, gory creature feature without enough gore or creature.
From New York Times
As a creature feature, “Cocaine Bear” isn’t bad.
From Seattle Times
“Godzilla vs. Kong,” the only creature feature to dare wide release in some time, is a rock ‘em-sock ‘em monster-movie revival with all the requisite explosions, inane plot twists and skyscraper smashing to satisfy most lovers of gigantic amphibians.
From Washington Times
Ultimately, however, “Love and Monsters” thrives due to Mr. O’Brien’s naive charm and his character’s romantic tenacity as well as emotional interactions with compelling characters that transcend the typical creature feature.
From Washington Times
In their original conception, which they hastily fleshed out in a 12-page treatment, the film was to be a kind of found-footage creature feature à la “Cloverfield.”
From Los Angeles Times
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