Monster on a Plane

Is he too old for that ... stuff? No pun intended and yes I know it's a famous line from a different actor! That's the fun with this - and if you had an issue with the joke I made ... well I should warn you, the quality of jokes in this movie ... and the quality of "acting" (intended and not) ... well there may not be a bottom to that barrel - just saying and warning.

Still if you suspend your disbelief and like movies with blood (and some nudity), with terrible one liners and a lack of a script ... well you could do worse I reckon ... which might have been funnier too than whatever it is we got here.

Still the actors know what they are in (movie wise but also sometimes body wise) ... and the monster that also is practical (to see and to touch as you may say) ... well quite the critter .. well it is what it is ... and you should know by the name of the title what you will be getting.

With a title like Monster on a Plane, you know exactly what you're in for, and it delivers in the best way possible. Firmly planted in the "Trash Cinema" genre, the film surprises with a charm and quality and a sense of self-awareness that makes it stand out. It's pure, unapologetic entertainment from start to finish, maintaining a lively pace that keeps you engaged throughout. The humour is delightfully tongue-in-cheek, adding a playful edge to the chaos. With several good performances from non-native English-speaking actors, Monster on a Plane is a fun, entertaining, thrilling ride that doesn't take itself seriously and is well worth the watch.

Horror-comedies often thrive on absurd premises, but it's the execution, particularly in tone and humour, that determines their success. Monster on a Plane teased a fun ride with its trailer, promising gore and a cheeky tone. But does the film deliver on that promise?

Well, that depends on your tolerance for low-budget genre fare. The creature's rampage is mildly entertaining, and the film shows occasional flashes of inventiveness. However, the decision to shoot a German production in English backfires somewhat as the dialogue, acting and line delivery is absolutely brutal to get through. May be this one works better with the German language track.

In more capable hands, this could have been a gleefully chaotic cult hit. As it stands, it's a curious misfire with moments of charm buried beneath its many flaws.

Given the movie's title, of course I wasn't expecting to be in for a grand cinematic experience. And while I had never heard about the movie, and thus didn't really know what I was getting myself into, I still opted to watch the movie, hoping that writer and director would have something grand up his sleave.

The storyline in the movie is straightforward, sure, but also somewhat on the simplistic side, to be honest. Sure, it was a watchable enough movie, but you're not in for anything extraordinary here.

When the plane touched down on the runway, I was impressed. I've never seen or heard about a runway that was the length of that one. It just went on and on. I guess writer and director Ezra Tsegaye was not familiar with the fact that runways at airports are not infinite in length.

The dialogue in the movie was pretty brutal to sit through. It felt like it was written by a fifth grader. There wasn't much nuance to the language, and it was rather cringeworthy constructed sentences and dialogue in general.

I was not familiar with the cast ensemble in the movie, and that was something that spoke in favor of the movie. I do enjoy watching new talents in movies. The acting performances in the movie were fair; nothing grand or outstanding, but fair enough. One of the actresses had such horribly bleached white teeth that they even put Ross Geller's teeth to shame, in that one particular episode of "Friends" where he had his teeth bleached. It was hard to look away from her teeth whenever she spoke, because the teeth was a shade of white that almost was blinding to look at.

The practical special effects in the movie were actually quite good, but they were rather ruined by the lousy added on layer of CGI blood, because the CGI rendered blood was so fake that even a deceased blind guy would go "really now?" Sure, there was also practical blood effects, which were good, but the scenes with the laughable CGI rendered blood was just rubbish to witness.

The creature in the movie sort of looked like writer and director Ezra Tsegaye was heavily paying homage to the "Critters" movies.

"Monster on a Plane" is hardly a movie that I will watch a second time. It is a semi-watchable movie, sure, but hardly an outstanding or memorable viewing experience.

My rating of "Monster on a Plane" lands on a generous four out of ten stars.

_Monster on a Plane: A Turbulent Thrill Ride_

"Monster on a Plane" is a heart-pumping, action-packed horror film that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The movie takes place on a commercial airliner, where a terrifying creature begins to wreak havoc on the passengers and crew.

_Pros:_

1. _Suspenseful Plot_: The movie's tense and unpredictable plot will keep you guessing until the very end.

2. _Frightening Creature_: The monster is both terrifying and convincing, making it a compelling addition to the film.

3. _Strong Cast_: The cast delivers solid performances, adding to the movie's tension and suspense.

_Cons:_

1. _Predictable Ending_: The movie's conclusion is somewhat predictable, which may detract from the overall experience.

2. _Limited Character Development_: Some viewers may find the characters to be somewhat one-dimensional, which can make it difficult to become emotionally invested in their fate.

_Overall:_

"Monster on a Plane" is a thrilling horror film that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. While it may have some predictable moments, the movie's suspenseful plot and frightening creature make it a wild ride from start to finish.

_Rating:_ 3.5/5 stars.