Unearthed (2007)

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When an unexplained trucking accident knocks out phone lines in the town of Pueblo, NM, and blocks the only route out of town, an investigation into the cause of the crash reveals an otherworldly creature that could pose a threat to the entire human race. Awakening from her usual hangover to… More When an unexplained trucking accident knocks out phone lines in the town of Pueblo, NM, and blocks the only route out of town, an investigation into the cause of the crash reveals an otherworldly creature that could pose a threat to the entire human race. Awakening from her usual hangover to investigate a herd of cattle that has been mutilated almost beyond recognition, Pueblo sheriff Annie is summoned to the scene of a mysterious semi accident. Though the only clue as to the identity to the driver is a severed limb, Sheriff Annie does discover a bizarre, crab-like leg stuck in the grill of the scorched tanker. Meanwhile, on another stretch of the same highway, vacationing sisters Ally and Caya stop to pick up a ruggedly handsome ranch hand named Charlie, whose car has stalled out miles away from a gas station or repair shop. Upon arriving at the only gas station in Pueblo, the trio is greeted by Nodin and her grandfather and informed that not only are the pumps dry, but that the only route out of town is blocked by the accident as well. Also trapped at the station is traveling salesman Frank, who specializes in synthetic urine. As night draws near Sheriff Annie arrives at the gas station to share her strange discovery with botany specialist Nodin, who can find no earthly explanation for the unidentified appendage. Later, when Ally decides to pitch in by taking out the trash, she is savagely mauled by a vicious creature that has just torn the patrons of a local bar limb from limb. As the night drags on and the bloodbath continues, the frightened group discovers that their only hope for survival may the very same Native American girl responsible to unleashing the relentless beast in the first place. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 30 min.
Directed By: Matthew Leutwyler
Written By: Matthew Leutwyler
Genres: Horror

In Theaters: Nov 9, 2007 Limited
On DVD: Mar 18, 2008
Studio: After Dark Films

Critic Reviews

Steve Biodrowski, ESplatter
The director compliments the muddled lighting with shaky camera work and rapid-fire editing that make most of the action scenes completely incomprehensible.
Brian Tallerico, The Deadbolt
Unearthed throws other, better movies in a blender and hits puree. You've literally seen it ALL before, except maybe not with Charlie Murphy.
Bill Gibron, DVD Verdict
If copying previous genre films were an art form, this movie would be a black velvet portrait of two dogs dying in a ditch.
Dustin Putman, DustinPutman.com
A desert-set Aliens rip-off with no-budget creature effects that look like H.R. Giger by way of "South Park," Unearthed is a dismal failure on every level.
Ron Wilkinson, Monsters and Critics
A 'B' horror movie not bad enough to be good, Unearthed fails to build tension while also failing to give us a good monster.

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Dean M

This horror movie in which Emmanuelle Vaugier is the lead. It instantly sounded like a B-Movie, and looked like one, so I didn't go in expecting for the movie to be amazing - just at least good. The creature is OK, but nothing special at all. The acting is good, and one of the… More
This horror movie in which Emmanuelle Vaugier is the lead. It instantly sounded like a B-Movie, and looked like one, so I didn't go in expecting for the movie to be amazing - just at least good. The creature is OK, but nothing special at all. The acting is good, and one of the only good aspects of the film. Vaugier is great as always, and Beau Garrett and Tonantzin Carmelo are good as well. The others are good, but those three were the only ones I was interested in as they gave the strongest performances. Luke Goss did seem kind of pointless though, and added nothing to the film. It's a shame that this movie has a range of great actors, yet they are given cardboard characters to work with.
Bruce B

This is from the 8 films to die for series 2007. This one is OK, the monster wasn't all that scary. It was all that bloody, am I getting Horror / SciFi Burnout, I hope not, what would I live for, Comedy, ha I doubt That. Anyway some good acting Its worth buy or renting. It will… More
This is from the 8 films to die for series 2007. This one is OK, the monster wasn't all that scary. It was all that bloody, am I getting Horror / SciFi Burnout, I hope not, what would I live for, Comedy, ha I doubt That. Anyway some good acting Its worth buy or renting. It will stand in my collection.
Roy G

Unearthed is an incompetent mess that's not only boring but doesn't even have a real plot.
Brian D

Not bad little monster fest. Acting good and the sfx could be a lot better. Not a bad 90 mins spent.
Jacob P

A pretty interesting alien film with some corny effects and a big "Alien" rip-off, but has a pretty interesting story with tons of blood and gore.
Sarah P

This was one of those boring creature movies where 3/4 of it was in the dark and you can't even really see what's going on. Pass.
Leo L

Good movie. Interesting story plot that follows a down-and-out sheriff and a group of stranded travelers in a small town that is now threathened, and attacked, by a bizarre creature that was once previously buried, and now uncovered by an archeologist. This creature had thrived in the… More
Good movie. Interesting story plot that follows a down-and-out sheriff and a group of stranded travelers in a small town that is now threathened, and attacked, by a bizarre creature that was once previously buried, and now uncovered by an archeologist. This creature had thrived in the time period of the Ancient Ones, the Anasazis. This movie ties in quite an interesting story, and has centralized upon a unique mystery about a group of people who have once occupied much of the Southwest, and that are distantly related to much of the tribes in the region. Quite fascinating for a spin-off! Good cast- Luke Goss, Emmanuelle Vaugier, Charlie Murphy, and Russell Means. Definitely worth seeing.