Was it just me or is that sheriff's deputy the worst law enforcement officer ever to live? "The Prowler" is a pretty awesome early 80's slasher. The story lacks a bit of, how shall I say...'UMPH,' but style and direction make up for the lacking story. Joseph Zito does a great job directing here, it remains tense throughout. The setting is pretty creepy.
I know this is a small town, but damn, doesn't ANYONE else live here besides the creepy old guy in the wheelchair, the students, the guy who runs 'the store' and the sheriff? And what ever happened to the guy in the wheelchair anyway? "The Prowler" definitely leaves something to be desired in terms of plot...but the amazing gore effects from Savini and the good direction make this a stand-out among other slashers of the 80's. Gorehounds will not regret giving this one a throw.
7 out of 10, kids.
I know this is a small town, but damn, doesn't ANYONE else live here besides the creepy old guy in the wheelchair, the students, the guy who runs 'the store' and the sheriff? And what ever happened to the guy in the wheelchair anyway? "The Prowler" definitely leaves something to be desired in terms of plot...but the amazing gore effects from Savini and the good direction make this a stand-out among other slashers of the 80's. Gorehounds will not regret giving this one a throw.
7 out of 10, kids.