Not a terrific movie by any stretch, but not as bad as its rep, either.
Instead of taking it seriously, watch it for what it is: a cheesy remake of "The Most Dangerous Game." Of course, it's not suspenseful--except as the runtime nears its end, with no obvious resolution in sight--but the story's been told so many times, how could it be?
You might have a better time by focusing on its little quirks: why does the dangerous, experienced hunter go into a steamy jungle wearing a buttoned-up leather jacket and a black fedora? Why do the henchmen all dress exactly alike--horizontally striped shirts, dark pants and dark caps? (All they need are "clever" name tags to resemble the interchangeable thugs on the "Batman" TV show.)
Finally, take pity on poor Pete. Quicksand around? Pete steps in it. A club-wielding looney? Pete gets clobbered. "Someone needs to scout around for the madman with a crossbow, while the rest of us stay safe. Pete, YOU do it." "Ummm...okay..."
Poor guy.
Instead of taking it seriously, watch it for what it is: a cheesy remake of "The Most Dangerous Game." Of course, it's not suspenseful--except as the runtime nears its end, with no obvious resolution in sight--but the story's been told so many times, how could it be?
You might have a better time by focusing on its little quirks: why does the dangerous, experienced hunter go into a steamy jungle wearing a buttoned-up leather jacket and a black fedora? Why do the henchmen all dress exactly alike--horizontally striped shirts, dark pants and dark caps? (All they need are "clever" name tags to resemble the interchangeable thugs on the "Batman" TV show.)
Finally, take pity on poor Pete. Quicksand around? Pete steps in it. A club-wielding looney? Pete gets clobbered. "Someone needs to scout around for the madman with a crossbow, while the rest of us stay safe. Pete, YOU do it." "Ummm...okay..."
Poor guy.