Inhumanwich! (2016)
Directed by David Cornelius · 2016 · Matt Laumann, Michael Peake, Jack Burrows, Kayla Clark, Jake Adam Robinson
Inhumanwich! (2016), directed by David Cornelius, is a low-budget sci-fi horror comedy that leans into absurdity with a premise as grotesque as it is simple: after a radioactive accident in outer space, an astronaut transforms into a sentient, ravenous blob of meat that devours everything in its path. The film embraces its B-movie roots with a tone that balances genuine body horror and deadpan humor, evoking the spirit of 1980s cult classics like The Thing and Evil Dead II, but with a distinctly indie, DIY aesthetic. Shot on minimal resources, the practical effects and exaggerated performances amplify the film’s campy charm rather than detract from it. Lead actors Matt Laumann, Michael Peake, and Jack Burrows deliver performances that walk the line between earnest and ironic, perfectly suited to the film’s self-aware absurdity. With a runtime of just 73 minutes, Inhumanwich! doesn’t overstay its welcome — it’s a brisk, unapologetic ride through surreal horror-comedy territory. This is not a film for those seeking polished production or deep narrative; it’s for audiences who revel in the weird, the grotesque, and the delightfully dumb. Fans of Troma films, early Peter Jackson, or Netflix’s The Midnight Club will find a kindred, if smaller, spirit here — a movie that knows exactly what it is and doesn’t apologize for it.
Why it’s worth watching
Inhumanwich! (2016) delivers a uniquely bizarre experience rooted in its unapologetic commitment to its premise. Directed by David Cornelius and featuring a cast including Matt Laumann and Michael Peake, the film thrives on its low-fi practical effects and deadpan absurdity. At just 73 minutes, it’s a tightly paced, no-frills romp through sci-fi horror comedy that respects its audience’s appetite for the strange. Its charm lies in its sincerity — it doesn’t mock the genre, it inhabits it with gusto. For viewers who enjoy cult films that prioritize creativity over budget, Inhumanwich! is a refreshing, memorable oddity.
Trivia
- Directed by David Cornelius
- Released in 2016
- Runtime: 73 minutes
- Starring Matt Laumann, Michael Peake, Jack Burrows, Kayla Clark, Jake Adam Robinson, Christopher Hahn, Jacque Ransom, Brad Nicholas, Matt Spahr, Jen Rose
- Genres: Science Fiction, Horror, Comedy