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2010
Sony DVD
When this hit theaters I wanted to see it. But back then the local theater wasn't set up to do 3D. I waited for it to hit DVD and rented it. Really enjoyed the movie. But the DVD was 20 bucks. Then a year ago I found it for $5. Grabbed it and have watched it at least 3 times since then.
Some prehistoric piranhas get loose in a lake somewhere in the southwest. And of course this happens during spring break. So there is all kinds of teens and young adults running around drunk and naked.
The FX work is a nice blend of practical and CGI stuff. The piranha are mostly CGI. But lots of the gore is practical. The acting isn't bad. It has a 1980's B movie feel to it. Which is perfect for this movie.Elizabeth Shue is the stand out in the film. I haven't seen her in anything in years. But she is really good as the single Mom who is also the head cop of the town. Jerry O'Connell is also damn good as a sleazy Girls gone wild style guy. His death scene is one of the highlights of the film.
The DVD has an almost 2 hours long behind the scenes feature. And then a pretty well done commentary. Both of which make this a great DVD to pick up if you are a fan of extra features.
Piranha 3D gets a B-.
