Basilisk: The Serpent King
Two millennia ago, a Lybian king has a basilisk (snake-shaped dragon), which petrifies people, subjected to the same fate with a golden scepter during a solar eclipse. Both these and several victims are dug up by modern archaeologist Harrison 'Harry' McColl's expedition. Despite a cryptic warning from tribal locals, everything goes to his Colorado university's museum. It's all exhibited during another eclipse, which leads to the monster reviving. Harry and some of his friends must try to petrify the monster again.
Why it matters
A low-budget creature feature that blends ancient myth with modern archaeology, delivering campy thrills fueled by enthusiastic practical effects and earnest performances.
- Practical effects-driven basilisk monster with a rubbery charm that recalls ’80s creature comforts.
- Fans of regional, DIY horror will appreciate the film’s Colorado setting and scrappy production values.
- Merges folk horror’s curse-and-omen motifs with classic monster movie resurrection tropes.
- Not for the faint of patience—uneven pacing and dialogue may deter some, but cult creature hunters will find a rustic, heartfelt vibe.
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Cast
Horror DNA
Gore
14
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
0
Supernatural
40
Creature
91
Disturbing
17
Fun Factor
33
Cerebral
0
Survival
83
