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Frank: I don’t think spiders make good pets
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After secretly raising a talented spider, 12-year-old Charlotte must face the truth about her pet—and fight for her family’s survival—when the once-adorable creature quickly transforms into a giant, carnivorous monster. When Ethan asks Frank why he carries a nail gun while exterminating, Frank replies, “protection.” The nail gun is likely a reference to Arachnophobia (1990), another film about carnivorous spiders, in which the main character kills one of the creatures with a nail gun. Although the story is ostensibly set in New York City, the setting is Australia, and in the U.S., door handles are about 3 feet off the ground; here, the handles are halfway up the door. When shown in street views, cars are parked on the “wrong side” of the street compared to the U.S.
A spider only knows two things: eating and killing
You know, spiders don’t have the ability to love. During the end credits, it is revealed that Bonnie the dog survived Sting’s kidnapping. Includes Frankenstein (1931). What a Day to Die Screenplay by Patricia H.
Performed by The Pleasure Seekers
Ericson, Released by Cradle Rocks and Low Tide Music. Courtesy of d2 Music o/b/o Cradle Rocks Records. “Sting” brings a certain chill to the creature feature film subgenre, but with a twist: the heart of the film isn’t the monstrous spider itself, but the tense family dynamic. We’ve seen plenty of arachnophobic nightmares come to mind on screen before—“Arachnophobia” and “The Eight Legged Freaks” come to mind.
The film’s opening scene leaves no doubt as to the monstrous path Sting is about to take
But “Sting” stands out for its focus on Charlotte, a rebellious 12-year-old who finds solace in an unusual spider. As Charlotte and “Sting” form a comforting bond, the creature, like her fears, begins to grow at an alarming rate. The predictable leads of missing animals and panicked neighbors soon fall apart, revealing the real horror: a family on the brink of collapse. This may leave some viewers wanting more mystery, but it allows for the emotional journey of the characters to be focused on.
Ultimately, “The Sting” is a satisfying feature with a surprising amount of comedy
While predictable in its plot rhythms, it delivers effective scares and a touching family drama.
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