Septic Man (2013) Movie Review

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Septic Man – Movie Review

Despite a somewhat confusing plot, Septic Man is visually impressive thanks to its outstanding special effects.

Director: Jesse Thomas Cook

Writer: Tony Burgess (Screenplay)

Cast

  • Jason David Brown (Monster Brawl)
  • Molly Dunsworth (Hobo with a Shotgun)
  • Julian Richings (It Feeds)
  • Robert Maillet (Pacific Rim)
  • Stephen McHattie (Pontypool)

A sanitation worker becomes stuck in a septic tank while the city deals with a water contamination problem, and then begins a terrifying physical change.

Runtime: 1 Hour 27 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

The movie Septic Man begins with a small town being evacuated due to a water contamination problem. Jack, played by Brown, initially hesitates but agrees to stay behind and assist with the cleanup efforts. Unfortunately, he becomes trapped inside a septic tank and is exposed to the contamination himself.

As a total cinema fan, I was hooked when Jack started figuring out that this huge, mysterious figure, Maillet, was hiding something about what was happening inside the tank. But things got really intense when the contamination started changing Jack himself! It wasn’t just about escaping anymore; he began seeing just how awful the water truly was as the infection spread, and it was terrifying!

Verdict on Septic Man

Recap

After the town’s water supply is contaminated and everyone is forced to leave, a sewage worker volunteers to remain and assist with the cleanup. But he soon finds himself stuck and begins to change as the contamination worsens.

Best Parts

The movie is a visual effects triumph, particularly in how it portrays the slow, creeping transformation. It also effectively depicts a small town’s belated attempt to conceal the truth. Adding to this, the film powerfully explores the psychological toll on Jack as he desperately seeks a way out.

Worst Parts

The main plot isn’t very engaging; it involves a captor and hostages, but it’s more confusing than compelling. Instead of clearly showing what’s going on, it leaves the audience guessing.

Final Thoughts –Septic Man has a series is brilliant special effects.

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2025-12-26 15:38