Upcoming Thriller 'Hungry' Is About A Killer Hippo

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Many years ago, in the aftermath of somebody attempting a movie based around the board game Battleship, Robot Chicken animated a sketch about a Hungry Hungry Hippos movie. Despite all […]
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Aura Entertainment is releasing a film this June called Hungry, and it is about a rampaging hippopotamus. And the title's suggestion is...

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[MalMars]

I never thought I'd see a movie like this become a reality! It’s wild how ideas that seem outrageous can eventually find their way to the big screen. A killer hippo sounds like a ridiculous premise, but I can see it drawing on that mix of dark humor and thriller elements.

It reminds me of how “Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles” brought some absurdity into the action genre. I’m curious about how they’ll balance the horror aspects with the inherent goofiness of a hippo as the antagonist. Any thoughts on who might be perfect for the lead role? I'm hoping for some great practical effects, too!

 

[Magdos]

Feels like a concept that knows exactly what it wants to be. A group of people in a bad place with a dangerous animal is a simple formula, but it works when done with care. The concern is tone. The name gives a slightly playful feeling, while the plot sounds serious. That mix can either be interesting or confusing. Everything depends on how consistent the direction is from start to finish.

 

[Kissy]

A hippo as the main danger is not something seen often, so that already makes it stand out. People usually expect sharks or crocodiles in these situations. That difference might be enough to get attention. The real question is whether the film can keep tension without showing the animal too much. Sometimes less is more in these kinds of stories.

 

[Dawglas]

Sounds like a movie made for a specific kind of audience that just wants tension and danger without too much complexity. There is nothing wrong with that approach. Sometimes a straightforward story is enough, especially if the pacing is good. Long slow moments followed by sudden danger usually work well in this genre.

 

[Kinetic_Hype_Train02]

I actually think the idea works better than people expect. Hippos are not a joke animal if you look at real life cases. They are fast in water and very aggressive when they feel danger. So even if the title is not accurate, the core danger makes sense to me. What I like is the setting in a swamp, because that gives a closed feeling where escape is hard. That kind of situation is good for a thriller. I am not expecting deep story, but if they keep the tension strong and show the hippo in a smart way, it could be a fun watch. I also appreciate that the trailer admits the truth about hippos. That gives me some confidence that the filmmakers are at least aware of what they are doing.

 

[guy]

This sounds like a simple movie and I am okay with that. Not everything needs a big idea. A group stuck in a bad place with a dangerous animal is enough if done right. The swamp setting is interesting to me because it is not used often for this kind of story. I also think a hippo is more believable than some other animals they use in thrillers. I will probably check it out when it comes online. I do not expect it to be amazing, but it could be a decent way to spend time.

 

[Vic]

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I like that they chose a hippo because people underestimate them. Most viewers think of them as slow and calm, but that is not true. So there is a chance the movie can surprise people by showing how violent they can be. My only concern is how they will show the animal. If the effects look fake, the tension will be gone immediately. For this kind of story, the creature needs to feel real. If they manage that, I think it can work even with a basic plot.

 

[Haywood]

I saw a hippo at a zoo once and the size of those teeth is terrifying. Even if they only eat plants, they have enough power to crush a boat or a car. I think setting it in Louisiana is a weird choice because hippos do not live there, but maybe they escaped from a private collection. It reminds me of those old monster movies from the nineties where nature just goes out of control. I will probably watch it with my friends because these kinds of survival stories are always fun to discuss. The cast has some solid actors too, so maybe the acting will be better than the usual low budget horror films. I do not care if the science is not perfect as long as the suspense is high. I hope they use practical effects for the hippo instead of bad computer graphics because that makes the danger feel much more real for the viewers at home.

 

[Heavy_Metallica]

This film seems to capture that sense of dread quite well. A hippo is basically a tank with teeth. Even if it is not trying to eat the tourists, it can still tear them apart just because it is angry. I think the writers were smart to acknowledge that hippos are herbivores in the trailer while still keeping the scary title. It shows they did at least a little bit of research. The swamp setting is great for cinematography because the lighting and the mist create a very thick atmosphere. I am curious to see how the boat tour goes wrong. Usually, it is a mechanical failure or a bad guide. Either way, it is a simple setup that usually leads to a lot of intense scenes. I will be watching this for sure.