Title: Piranha 3D
Year: 2010
Rating: 5.409
Cast: Elisabeth Shue, Jerry O'Connell, Steven R. McQueen, Jessica Szohr, Kelly Brook
Description: Forget Jaws; Piranha 3D isn't about suspenseful dread, it's a gleefully gory, over-the-top spectacle of aquatic carnage. This isn't a film for the faint of heart; it revels in its ridiculousness, embracing the absurdity of killer piranhas the size of Great Whites terrorizing spring breakers. Director Alexandre Aja masterfully crafts a chaotic ballet of blood and mayhem, a knowing wink to B-movie classics while simultaneously forging its own identity. While lacking profound depth, Piranha 3D delivers exactly what it promises: unadulterated, exhilarating fun. Its campy charm and surprisingly effective practical effects make it a guilty pleasure that will have you screaming with laughter – and maybe a little bit of horrified delight.