Starring
that bloke from The Whistleblowers (2007), that bird from Love/Hate (2010),
George from Being Human (2008) and a whole load of other folk alien only to
those that haven’t watched television in the last ten years, it’s fitting that Grabbers
is about teetotal extra-terrestrials foolishly choosing to relocate to Ireland - clearly renowned for
its abstinence when it comes to alcoholic substances.
Set on the
sleepy coastal community of Erin Island, these bloodsucking predators have got
a thirst on, and with razor sharp tentacles and an insatiable hunger they
embark on a feeding frenzy the likes of which has never been seen before.
Unless you’ve watched Slither (2006), Critters (1986), The Thaw (2009),
Parasite (1982)… With a storm fast approaching and with no means of escape, the
townsfolk have one last shot at survival. And yes, we’re talking the kind of
shots that get you completely trashed.
With our
leads finding enough Dutch courage to survive the grabbers, what plays out is a
witty, wise and rarely wounded horror-comedy that serves up the laughs and
nabs some impressive effects to boot (the aliens are surprisingly
awe-inspiring). The performances range from frolicsome to uproarious, every character gets
to deliver at least one side-splitting line, and Ruth Bradley’s drunken
turn will have you wishing she was your wing woman every weekend. Sickly sweet at times, but able to deliver some satisfying
splatter, you should get your hands on Grabbers immediately. DW
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