Slither

SLITHER (2006) - Nov. 25, 2006
An entertaining horror comedy about a meteor that crash lands in a small town, and the trouble that ensues when an alien infects one of its residents. James Gunn, who wrote and directed this movie, and who also wrote the very mediocre Dawn of the Dead remake, did a much better job here; the movie is silly but enjoyable throughout. The film features some pretty good and very over-the-top gore, and is at times a monster movie and at times a zombie movie of sorts. The performances were good -- Gregg Henry was a scene-stealer as the town's sleazy mayor, and Nathan Fillion was his usual charismatic self as the hapless sheriff. Mark my words: within five years he'll be a big star. ***