Man-Thing

Synopsis

Man-Thing is a 2005 horror film that follows the story of Sheriff Kyle Williams, played by Matthew Le Nevez, investigating a series of mysterious murders in the swamp town of Bywater. As he delves deeper, he discovers dark secrets that tie back to the legend of the monstrous creature known as Man-Thing. With the town's inhabitants living in fear and supernatural forces at play, Sheriff Williams must confront his own demons and unravel the truth behind the ancient curse that haunts the swamp. Filled with suspense, eerie atmosphere, and thrilling encounters, Man-Thing explores themes of fear, redemption, and the consequences of humanity's darker nature.

Cast

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  Matthew Le Nevez

  Kyle

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  Rachael Taylor

  Teri

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  Jack Thompson

  Schist

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  Rawiri Paratene

  Pete Horn

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  Alex O'Loughlin

  Fraser

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  Steve Bastoni

  Rene

Reviews

Man-Thing received mixed reviews from critics upon its release in 2005. While some praised the film for its atmospheric setting and suspenseful moments, others criticized its pacing and lack of character development. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a low 14% rating, with critics noting that the film failed to live up to its potential in delivering a coherent storyline and engaging characters. IMDb users rated it 4.1/10, with some viewers appreciating the horror elements and creature design, but many feeling underwhelmed by the overall execution. Despite its flaws, Man-Thing managed to capture the essence of a classic creature feature and provided moments of tension and mystery that appealed to fans of the genre.