: These movies often feature wild, "out-there" ideas, like a shark terrorizing a house from within the plumbing in House Shark .
: Screenplays are often described as "predictable," "draggy," or "clichéd," particularly in the final act.
: While leads might give powerful performances, the supporting cast or overall character development often feels "less impressive" or "over-dramatized".
: Critics frequently praise the cinematography or special effects even when the script fails. For instance, reviewers often note "terrific single-shot sequences" or "sharp picture quality" despite flat narration.