Film Review – Animal

Although it’s a minor credit, Drew Barrymore is listed as a producer of “Animal.” Primarily known for shepherding romantic comedies (“He’s Just Not That Into You”) and Barrymore starring vehicles (“Charlie’s Angels”), that her Flower Films company is even partially involved with a gruesome horror picture is a little strange. However, maybe this oddball influence is a positive thing, as “Animal” navigates an incredible amount of formula to emerge as a passably engaging creature feature, with emphasis on characters and suspenseful showdowns. It’s not revelatory in any way, but director Brett Simmons is a capable helmer, presenting a few choice moments of bloodshed and intimidation to make a pile of clichés sit upright for a change. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com