This film was a major hit, spawning three sequels. This first film is the best one, though, sporting the firmest script and best dialog. CRITTERS told the story of a rural family that finds their house infested with intelligent, flesh-eating creatures that have escaped from an inter-galactic prison. A pair of alien bounty hunters hit town in pursuit. The film is a perfect example of how screenwriters in the 80's had a much better feel for Small Town USA than have the writers come since. The second film is pretty good, too, although a bit bigger in presentation. It lacks the intimacy and overall meat of the first film, no pun intended. The third entry has it's moments, but the fourth one killed the franchise. Those looking for a decent 80's monster movie will find the original film delivers in full.
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