Komodo (1999) Movie Info
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Movie Name | Komodo |
| Release Year | 1999 |
| Original Title | Komodo |
| Director | Michael Lantieri |
| Screenplay Writer | Hans Bauer |
| Story By | Hans Bauer |
| Based on Novel by | — (Original screenplay) |
| Producer(s) | Andrew Pfeffer |
| Executive Producer(s) | — |
| Lead Actors | Jill Hennessy, Billy Burke |
| Cast | Jill Hennessy, Billy Burke, Kevin Zegers, Paul Gleeson |
| Genre | Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi |
| Subgenre | Creature Feature, Animal Horror |
| Release Date | April 9, 1999 (United States) |
| Runtime / Duration | 1h 34m (94 minutes) |
| Budget | Moderate independent production |
| Box Office (Worldwide) | Limited theatrical release |
| Language | English |
| Country | United States, Australia |
| Production Company | Scanbox Entertainment |
| Distributor | MGM Distribution |
| Filming Locations | Australia |
| Music By | Steven M. Stern |
| Cinematography | David Eggby |
| Edited By | — |
| Production Design | — |
| Costume Design | — |
| Special Effects | Animatronic and CGI Komodo dragon effects |
| Makeup Effects | Practical injury makeup |
| MPAA Rating | PG-13 |
| Aspect Ratio | 2.35:1 |
| Sound Mix | Dolby Digital |
| Format | Color |
| Themes | Survival, trauma, fear of nature, isolation |
| Setting | Remote island community |
| Notable Trivia | Directed by Oscar-winning special effects artist Michael Lantieri |
| Critical Reception | Mixed-to-negative reviews |
| Audience Reception | Cult following among creature-feature fans |
| Awards / Nominations | — |
| Home Media | VHS, DVD |
| Streaming Availability | Occasionally available on horror streaming services |
| Sequels / Franchise | None |
| Franchise Type | Standalone creature-feature horror film |
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In the early seventies a few dipshit smugglers accidentally lose a batch of komodo dragon eggs in Florida, or some other swampy-ass state. A few years later the Connaly family while on vacation will fall victim to the dragons, who have now mutated into giant versions of themselves, even the family dog is devoured. Only little Patrick, the youngest member of the family, is spared the pleasure of passing through the reptiles poopchute. However a few more years later Patrick’s therapist Victoria decides that Patrick needs to go back to the beach house and confront his past and fears. But will the past still be there?
Very boring and totally unbelievable, but at least the komodo effects are actually kinda good, well other than a few close-ups that look like one of those inflatable alligators you put in pool.
The plot is the worst thing and the fact that these dragons grow bigger than cars and no one ever notices them is absurd, throw in the local law agents who are tracking a bad guy and you got your standard creature flick formula. This one would have worked in the 50’s but the cliché is just worn out.
The actors are stale and as bored as me, but you do get a good look at Jill Hennessy soaking wet, although it is not as good as Kirsten Dunst in Spiderman, damn she is fine. The effects as I said above are good for this kind of movie, above average at least. Only the close ups really suck, but from afar the komodos look pretty good, even when chasing down a jeep.
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