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Day of the Animals

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Animals attack a guide, a newswoman, an adman and other hikers because of aerosols in the ozone layer.
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Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) 08/16/2023
The dialogue is so hackneyed that the public chants the answer before the actor can even finish the question. [Full review in Spanish] Go to Full Review
Anthony Arrigo Dread Central 08/16/2021
3.3/5
While I tend to enjoy Girdler's work, this is one of his lesser efforts, with the only true entertainment coming from Leslie Nielsen's unhinged character. The animal attack scenes aren't very convincing and with not much of a story... Go to Full Review
Matt Brunson Film Frenzy 05/23/2021
2.5/4
Leslie Nielsen is a riot as the loathsome ad exec whose heretofore repressed alpha male explodes in a rage of macho manly manliness. Go to Full Review
Jake Euker F5 (Wichita, KS) 03/09/2006
0/5
Chuck O'Leary Fantastica Daily 10/21/2005
3/5
A highly entertaining nature-goes-wild thriller. What's not to like about a movie where a macho, bare-chested Leslie Nielsen literally tries to fight a grizzly bear? Go to Full Review
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Will G Apr 28 So unintentionally funny it's awesome. No gun in bear country, no walkie talkies and my favourite gripe, throwing their water bottles away. How do they carry water if they find it? In their pockets? . Leslie neilson stripped to the waist wrestling a bear to the death. Awesome, absolutely awesome. See more thiago s Mar 18 Filme fraco, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são fracas, a história é fraca, o elenco é mais ou menos, e quase ninguém melhora o filme, com tudo isso, eu não recomendo esse filme. See more Chad G 07/18/2023 Okay, the plot here is ridiculous, but it somehow works. Animals above a certain elevation turn violent due to the depletion of the ozone brought on by the excessive use of aerosols. It really is a hidden gem in thd animals-gone-wild subgenre if horror. While it doesn't offer anythingground breaking, the film is an enjoyable campy experience. Set in a world where ultraviolet radiation is causing animals at higher elevations to go psychotic, a group of hikers come under attack from various species while in the mountains. Some of the suspenseful sequences and animal attacks are done very well, and the setting in the wilderness really enhances the feelings of isolation and vulnerability. There are surprisingly several notable actors in this, like Christopher George and Leslie Nielsen, and the film benefits from having them, particularly Nielsen, who gives a truly psychotic performance. However, the movie goes all in on the campiness, which may not may not be for everyone. Also, it is full of cheesy dialogue, poor effects, and some over-the-top acting. It also is lacking in character development at times. Regardless, Day of the Animals is sure to be an entertaining watch for any fan of 1970s creature features. The unique way it blames ozone depletion, brought on by excessive aerosol use, for the animals attacking feels somewhat new, making it more than a simple animal rampage flick. If you're looking for a fun, campy horror film that doesn't take itself too seriously, this film is for you. Everyone needs to see Leslie Nielsen shirtless declaring war on God at least once in their life. See more brad p 02/23/2023 While I tend to enjoy Girdler's work this is one of his lesser efforts, with the only true entertainment coming from Leslie Nielsen's unhinged character. The animal attack scenes aren't very convincing and with not much of a story there isn't much to go on here. See more 02/11/2022 This is definitely not a horror film for horror fans. See more 03/18/2019 Leslie Nielsen playing a bombastic racist? Surely you must be kidding! Sadly, I'm not, and don't call me hot shot, kemo sahbee. The movie is so poorly put together and so casually offensive, it would make even the most humane critic go "woof"---which I guess means that every dog doesn't have its day. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis Animals attack a guide, a newswoman, an adman and other hikers because of aerosols in the ozone layer.
Director
William Girdler
Producer
Edward L. Montoro
Screenwriter
William W. Norton, Eleanor E. Norton, Edward L. Montoro
Production Co
Mid-America Pictures, Montoro Productions Ltd., Film Ventures International (FVI) [us]
Rating
PG
Genre
Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 13, 1977, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
May 22, 2017
Runtime
1h 35m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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