Teenage Caveman (2002) (TV)

User Rating:

3.2/10   

Director:

Larry Clark

Writer:

Christos N. Gage (written by)

Release Date:

2 July 2002 (USA)

Genre:

Sci-Fi | Thriller | Horror

Tagline:

The future sucks.

Plot:

Teens encounter people, who, after being used as guinea pigs for the experimental testing of a virus can live forever in a post apocalyptic world.

Plot Keywords:

Sex | Future | Human Race | Splatter | End Of The World

Awards:

1 nomination

Cast

Andrew Keegan	...	David
Tara Subkoff	...	Sarah
Richard Hillman	...	Neil
Tiffany Limos	...	Judith
Stephen Jasso	...	Vincent
Crystal Celeste Grant	...	Elizabeth (as Crystal Grant)
Shan Elliot	...	Joshua
Hayley Keenan	...	Heather
Paul Hipp	...	Shaman
David Stifel	...	Tribal Leader
Rob Hill	...	Caveman Guard
David Monzingo	...	Puppeteer (as Dave Monzingo)
Joe Reader	...	Puppeteer

MPAA:

Rated R for strong sexuality, substance abuse, language, and violence - all involving teens.

Runtime:

USA:90 min | USA:100 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Certification:

Iceland:16 | Australia:R | Portugal:M/18 | New Zealand:R18 | Argentina:16 | Finland:K-18 | Germany:18 | South Korea:18 (DVD rating) | UK:18 | USA:R

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company:

Creature Features Productions LLC

Trivia:

On the special features of the DVD there is a "Making of Teenage Caveman" and when they are talking about the make up for the genetic monsters, they are looking at a sketch of James Marsters as Spike on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" (1997).

Quotes:

Judith: How did the song go? Looking forward to a little "afternoon delight?"
Vincent: I want some delight!
Neil: They don't know what you're talking about, Judith. That's one good thing about the end of the world. No more easy listening.

Movie Connections:

Remake of Teenage Cave Man (1958)

Soundtrack:

Where Eagles Dare

Fun film i'd say...

I'm going to make this review short. Why? Well, this film deserves a short and to the point review. To be honest I'm only writing this because the reviews were so horrible...and I felt it should be represented a little better.

Firstly, this film is definitely low budget. Regardless I did happen to find the scenery quite...well...nice. For what they were working with I felt they did a nice job. The kids are pretty, well most of them, and the special effects were limited to what they could do with the budget they had. At least there's no cheesy effects is what I'm saying.

Secondly, I felt the plot was a fun exciting idea. Post-apocalyptic world where tribes of men live together in caves, teens wondering what used to be, wanting something else. Complete teen angst, we can all identify. It's fun. These "caveteens" that get away from the tribe and find technology, drugs, alcohol, sex...the things we love and take for granted.

Thirdly, the way these teens react is just hilarious. Hideously overacted, yes, but I don't think this film is taking itself too seriously in the first place. Lots of taut young female bodies, and (even though I'm not a fan) some hot young male sexy time.

Fourthly (fourthly? i don't think that's a word...) This turned out not to be so short. They bring in a subject that is indeed a valid subject in the real world. Genetic research! In a world destroyed by technology it is technologies child that lives. They have created a race of people that live forever, are stronger, faster, smarter, and all around a better person. Granted they're completely insane but still...it's a scientists wet dream.

In summation I thought this film was extremely fun, and I watch it whenever I get the chance. Have I run out and purchased said DVD...well no...but still, if you just accept the silly acting and concept...it's really an amusing and fun film. It has aspects of suspense, horror, comedy, and all around teenage tomfoolery! I'd say watch it and just enjoy it. Don't take yourself more serious than the film.