SpuffyWeb Sadly Over-hyped

VeteranLight I don't have all the words right now but this film is a work of art.

Doomtomylo a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.

Kaelan Mccaffrey Like the great film, it's made with a great deal of visible affection both in front of and behind the camera.

b_kite Much like my review for "Creepshow" there's no real need for me to go into graphic detail on a movie like this which has already pretty much been seen by everyone! My history of Tremors goes back to watching this on the Sci Fi Channel and AMC back in the day as they would play the crap out of it. The buddy combination of Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward is amazingly great that matched with a script that has some of the best and most witty dialogue you could ask for. Like many have said it's a really great 1950's b movie updated to 1990. Plus you got Reba McEntire in a horror film singing the end credits song. Priceless.

geralts Tremors is a great guilty pleasure and one of my favorites but this is a genuinely well made film. Kevin Bacon stars as a handyman in the middle of nowhere, the town perfectly titled "perfection". This small town is suddenly terrorized by giant underground bugs which leads to a bunch of everyday men trying to get rid of these menaces. The practical effects are absolutely stunning and the pace and light heartedness of the story is a triumph. This is one of the finest guilty pleasure films which, believe it or not went on to become a franchise.

sme_no_densetsu Believe it or not, there have been six "Tremors" movies to date, with the latest one being released just this year. There was also a short-lived TV series and a recent reboot (starring Kevin Bacon) that unfortunately seems to have stalled at the pilot stage. Not too bad for what was essentially the modern equivalent of a B movie. While the ongoing series may be a case of diminishing returns, the original movie is still entertaining after almost thirty years.The story takes place in the sleepy town of Perfection, Nevada. A couple of handymen, Val (Kevin Bacon) & Earl (Fred Ward), decide that they've finally had enough of their dead-end jobs and decide to skip town. However, their attempts to leave are sidetracked by strange occurrences that appear to be linked to some sort of underground creatures. Before long, they figure out exactly what they're up against and the tiny population of Perfection is forced to fight for their survival.The premise may be a fairly simple one but the core idea is pretty neat. Having creatures lurking underground provides a great foundation for suspense. In fact, the movie plays almost like "Jaws" on land. There's a bit of scientific background given for the creatures but their origin is wisely left up to the viewer. More than anything, I'd say that the movie is nicely reminiscent of 1950's monster movies like "Them!"From a visual standpoint, the movie is surprisingly well done. In a movie like this, the special effects can make or break the entire movie. I'm glad to say that the practical effects are expertly handled and still look good even today. While not everything is completely convincing, there's some very impressive work here for a modestly budgeted horror movie.The cast is also one of the movie's strengths. Kevin Bacon & Fred Ward made a good team and "Family Ties" star Michael Gross nearly stole the show as survivalist Burt Gummer. The movie also marked the film debut of Reba McEntire and she fit in well alongside Michael Gross. Lead actress Finn Carter may not be known for much else but she didn't seem out of place here by any means.Ultimately, "Tremors" proves itself to be an affectionate homage to monster movies of a bygone era. It's got lots of suspense but also a healthy dose of humour. Add in nifty special effects and an engaging cast and you've got an entertaining popcorn movie that's likely to appeal to more than just horror fans.

evilpugproductions Had not seen this film in ages but caught it on TV. Great, great film. Kevin Bacon may distance himself from this flick but it is well worth multiple views. The tone is perfect throughout and even though some of the effects don't quite hold up you just don't mind as the well developed characters guide you through. Cannot wait to watch again,