"Snakes on a Plane is this generation's defining cult classic film. The dialogue is unforgettable and very clever, poking softly at the ribs of the B-movie horror films that came before it."
The fraternal institution of creepy-crawly films just received their newest pledge. In the tradition of films like Tremors, Critters, Gremlins and Slither, comes David R. Ellis' Snakes on a Plane.
While Ellis isn't known for his directing, with films like Cellular, and Final Destination 2 under his belt, his background as a stunt coordinator brings this infusion of comedy, horror and thrilling suspense to the front of the line.
Snakes on a Plane delivers focused and persistent silliness to an audience yearning for it. While some films of this nature make an attempt to be taken seriously, Snakes on a Plane makes no qualms about being as outlandishly ridiculous as possible.
While riding his BMX bike through the back hills of Hawaii, Sean Jones (Nathan Phillips of Wolf Creek) witnesses a murder - the perpetrator being notorious gangster Eddie Kim (Byron Lawson). Kim's cronies are not hot on Sean's trail, but so is someone else. Special agent Nelville Flynn, played by Samuel L. Jackson, makes things pretty clear cut for Sean - "Do as I say, and you live."
The duo escape Kim's reach, and prepare for their flight to Los Angeles where Sean will testify against the infamous thug. This is, of course, where the snakes come in. Kim has snuck hundreds of poisonous snakes into the cargo hold of South Pacific Flight 121. A pheromone released through the plane's circulation system is activated once the aircraft is halfway to its destination.
They can't turn back, and now it's up to Flynn, along with pilot Rick (David Koechner) and strong-willed stewardesses Claire and Tiffany (Julianna Margulies and Sunny Mabrey) to fight off the venom-spitting serpents and survive not only their wounds, but the flight itself.
The a variety of characters on the flight add depth to a fairly simplistic plot, from the germ-obsessed rapper Three G's (Flex Alexander) to the overly-girly but sweet Mercedes (Rachel Blanchard), Ellis layers the suspense with a multiplicity of personalities that pulls us into the story.
The characters aren't the only unique element - hundreds of exotic snakes litter the overhead compartments and floor spaces of Flight 121. By using a mix of computer generated and live snakes, Ellis creates a truly petrifying experience for those who suffer from major snake anxiety.
Despite popular belief, this is a well made film - with acting that is unashamed and uncomplicated. Jackson delivers one of his most memorable performances ever, and Margulies is just as stunning as a headstrong flight attendant.
Snakes on a Plane is this generation's defining cult classic film. The dialogue is unforgettable and very clever, poking softly at the ribs of the B-movie horror films that came before it. If you're looking for a fun time at the theater, look no further than Snakes on a Plane.
This is one guy who definitely hasn't had it with these motherf*cking snakes on this motherf*cking plane.
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"This is probably a flick that terrorists will watch... while laughing hysterically and geting drunk to. The Department of Homeland Security won't be putting any alerts out to airports about mysterious cargos of snakes. But, the next time you fly, I wouldn't at all be surprised for someone to throw out a bunch of fake snakes, just so they can say that now-infamous line from this wonderful popcorn flick." ByBrian Gallagher
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