Crawl 2: Sewer Alligators in the Big Apple
Gator fans, get ready. “Crawl 2” is slithering out of the Florida swamps and into the gritty streets of New York City. This sequel promises to bring a terrifying urban legend to life—sewer alligators. After the original movie’s success in 2019, both critically and financially, Paramount has greenlit a sequel. Alexandre Aja, the original director, returns to helm the project, with a script penned by Andrew Deutschman and Jason Pagan, known for their work on Project Almanac and Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension.
Gators in the Big Apple
Although filming is taking place in Europe, the story plunges into the heart of New York City. The first Crawl didn’t hold back, showcasing gators hunting in flooded basements after a Florida storm. Now, the sequel takes these scaly predators to a new battleground—the urban jungle of New York. This move leads us straight into the notorious urban legend of sewer alligators.
For decades, rumors have circulated about alligators lurking beneath the city’s streets. The legend dates back to the late 1920s and 1930s, suggesting these creatures have found a home in places they shouldn’t—like New York. While the likelihood of this being true is slim, it’s undeniably a perfect setup for a horror film. After all, who wouldn’t be terrified by the thought of gators lurking in the city’s underbelly?
Reinventing the Gator Horror
It would have been easy for Crawl 2 to stick with the original formula—gators wreaking havoc after a hurricane. But where’s the thrill in that? By diving into the eerie concept of sewer alligators, the sequel ventures into uncharted territory. This shift in setting could offer a refreshing take on the creature-feature genre. If done right, Crawl 2 could stand out as a spine-chilling horror gem, distinct from its predecessor. Let the feeding frenzy in the sewers begin.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
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