Paul Magne Haakonsen "Primeval" doesn't really bring anything new to the man-eater genre that hasn't already been seen in movies such as "Crocodile" or "Alligator", or "Jaws" for that matter.The storyline is simple and straight forward; a group of people go looking for a massive crocodile named Gustave in Africa. But nature being as nature is, the roles quickly turn and the people find themselves to be preyed upon by the crocodile they set out to find.While the movie is entertaining enough, it just didn't stand out from so many other movies in the same genre. And as such, it was but a mere mediocre movie experience.As for the acting, well then I am not a fan of Dominic Purcell, not even by a long shot. So it didn't go well with me that he was in the lead. Jürgen Prochnow, however, is always a treat to have in a movie.The cutting and editing of the movie could have been much better, and many scenes with the crocodile were just abruptly cut and then jumped on to the next scene.If you enjoy man-eater movies, then "Primeval" is adequate entertainment, just don't get your hopes up too high.

Sandcooler The legend of Gustave is pretty fascinating, mainly because Gustave is such an unnatural creature. Crocodiles don't just bite people and leave them for the heck of it, and they certainly don't kill more than 300 humans in one lifetime. The vast majority never even kills one. Where does he come from all of a sudden? So you have material for a great movie, but "Primeval" never really figures out exactly what it wants to be. It's not really a creature feature, because Gustave is a secondary villain at best. Half of the movie is devoted to fleeing from a local rebel leader, but the two plots never really gel together. The movie also tries to be smarter than it looks by adding some social commentary: that's fine when you have your bases covered, but first try to get the basics right. However, I can't really say this is not an entertaining film. The CGI crocodile looks pretty good, the obligatory black sidekick has some decent throwaway lines and the twist at the end genuinely surprised me. I was just hoping they would do more backstory on Gustave, for a movie based on a true story this is all surprisingly generic.

Python Hyena Primeval (2007): Dir: Michael Katleman / Cast: Dominic Purcell, Brooke Langton, Orlando Jones, Jurgen Prochnow, Gideon Emery: Supposedly based on true events although the likely hood of that are probably exaggerated. The film has a film crew that flies to Africa to gain coverage over numerous deaths. Apparently a giant crocodile is to blame. Director Michael Katleman creates tension but it is interesting that the film's advertisements place no mentions on the crocodile. Instead they make it sound as if a human being caused over 300 deaths. The crocodile is indeed huge and looks fantastic but realism is tested when it attacks a car. Suspense abound although those sequel lovers may be in luck. It will put some viewers in mind of the horrible 1980 horror film Alligator, which is even worse than this. Dominic Purcell is there because he foiled a previous report. He is the one individual who contains any depth although that still doesn't elevate it above formula. He is accompanied by Brooke Langton as the film's official female so that one can be billed within the cast, and Orlando Jones as his cameraman. Jurgen Prochnow and Gideon Emery are also featured as potential menu specials for the croc. None of them are broad roles. Langton is pretty much a romantic tease for Purcell. Theme regards those things that are best accepted because explanation is oblivious such as the writing of this screenplay. Score: 4 / 10

long-ford Primeval is horrible but it didn't need to be. A thirty minute creature feature is expanded by incorporating a needless plot line showing civil war and genocide in Africa. Plus the sneering tone of the film in this 'genocide segment' feels totally inappropriate for what was supposed to be a cheesy B-movie. To make matters infinitely worse, the monster is barely even shown and the shaky cam means that the action footage makes no sense at all. The acting is mediocre. Special mention for Orlando Jones who has a cringe-inducing dialogue towards the end. All in all, you come out of the cinema hall feeling cheated.Overall 2/10