Skip to main content

"Rabid Grannies" (1988) | ZombieFuel.net

 


by Bone Jawnson

"Rabid Grannies" was neither about rabies nor grannies. While searching through the Tubi app, I discovered this film and thought that the artwork looked interesting, so I gave it a whirl. It was written and directed by Emmanuel Kervyn, whose only two credits include this film and as an actor in "Kickboxer 2: The Road Back" (1991) I researched some additional facts before watching the movie and was a bit surprised by the production's backstory. First, it was filmed in Belgium by French actors. The actors weren't fluent in English, so they had to sound out their dialogue phonetically. English-speaking actors then overdubbed as best as they could on top of the footage. Additionally, this was mostly filmed at Ingelmunster Castle, which is located in Belgium. Much of the interior design was not due to the art department; rather, there were original furnishings already located within the castle itself. 

The premise of "Rabid Grannies" is straightforward. Two elderly aunts hosted a family dinner with nieces and nephews. However, one nephew was not invited as he was written out of their will due to practicing Satanism. He sends a cursed gift to the aunts as, what seems like, a payback for not being invited. The special gift turns the aunts into cannibalistic monsters who hunt down and attempt to kill everyone at the party. There were some awesome chase scenes involving the victims and the demon aunts, a few of which even freaked me out. 

Although the quality of the Tubi version is not great, I really enjoyed watching this slasher film. Regardless of the overdubbed English-speaking voices, I thought the acting was on point. The kills were well done and believable. There was a surreal element to it that reminded me of the feeling of Jan Švankmajer's "Faust," which I will be viewing at my leisure soon. The makeup used for the demonic versions of the aunts was cool, especially the weird, long, blade-like fingernails that protruded through their fingers during their transformation. "Rabid Grannies" is definitely one of the favorite slashers I've viewed for Zombie Fuel. 

Although the version on Tubi is very grainy and zoomed in, I've recently discovered that the distribution house, Vinegar Syndrome, will be releasing a reformatted, re-mastered version of it on Blue Ray! I hope to add this video to my collection in the future.




Popular posts from this blog

"The Legend of Crick Foot," a Hatfield, PA based cryptid documentary, will have a Delaware County debut | ZombieFuel.net

  HATFIELD, PENNSYLVANIA – [June 18, 2024] – Zombie Fuel Media and Delco Horror Haven are delighted to announce the Delaware County premiere of the groundbreaking documentary, "The Legend of Crick Foot," directed by Hatfield, Pennsylvania’s very own Bone Jawnson. This highly lauded film delves into the mysterious local legend surrounding a cryptid with a peculiar affinity for hot dogs, known as Crick Foot. Set against the charming backdrop of Hatfield, Pennsylvania, this feature-length documentary takes audiences on an immersive journey through personal accounts, first-hand search footage, and centuries-old lore that surrounds the elusive Crick Foot. Director Bone Jawnson, a lifelong Hatfield resident, unveils the town's well-kept secrets in his directorial debut, promising an authentic and captivating exploration of the local urban legend. "I am thrilled to finally bring this urban legend to Delaware County for the first time," says Bone Jawnson, whose person...

Darkside New Jersey: Where the Strange and Macabre Come to Life This November 16th | ZombieFuel.net

From the creators of the Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market comes New Jersey's Only Oddities Convention Dedicated to the Dark, Bizarre, and Macabre Trenton, NJ – October 24, 2024 – On  November 16th , the New Jersey Expo and Convention Center will transform into a haven for the eerie, the unusual, and the downright bizarre, as  Darkside New Jersey Art & Oddities Market  makes its debut. With over  150 vendors ,  live performances , and  interactive experiences , this one-of-a-kind event promises to lure attendees into a shadowy world of dark art, peculiar goods, and immersive entertainment.   Born from the founders of the renowned  Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market (TPRFM) , Darkside NJ brings the same energy and DIY spirit, now with an even darker twist. For over a decade, the TPRFM has been a cornerstone of New Jersey’s alternative scene, bringing punk culture to life with live music, unique vendors, and an unmissable market. Darkside NJ carries...

[RECAP] New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival April 2024 | ZombieFuel.net

  by Bone Jawnson A few weeks ago, I attended the New Jersey Horror Con & Film Festival in Edison, New Jersey. It's been a bit since I have attended one, so I was overly psyched to go! This time was special because I was able to bring my daughter. Having just hit the tween stage in her own life, she started to exand her interest in films, music, and fashion, particularly flashy earrings. The drive to the venue was about one hours and twenty minutes, which was completely fine because it was mostly highway driving. The venue, the New Jersey Convetion and Exposition Center, has plenty of free parking, and the check-in process was super-swift. One of the organizers, Ryan Weber, was at the front greeting attendees and press. I was able to chat with Ryan a little bit, which was great! After entering the event, we walked past vendors that lined the entrance area and my daughter snagged some cute cat-in-a-skull bowl earrings from a vendor she liked immediately. We then strolled toward ...