Critical reception is mixed, with the film holding a "Rotten" status on and a 5.3/10 on IMDb . Many reviewers note that while it isn't a masterpiece, it works well as a "late-night beer and pizza flick" for fans of British dry wit.
: Despite a low budget, the cinematography and production design are generally seen as competent. However, the special effects are often cited as unconvincing. Perspectives from Moviegoers Eat Locals
: Widely praised as the film's strongest asset. It features recognizable faces like Charlie Cox , Freema Agyeman , Eve Myles , and Annette Crosbie . Critics from The Guardian specifically highlighted Crosbie as a standout for her role as a machine-gun-toting grandmother vampire. Critical reception is mixed, with the film holding
“It’s cheesy, but enjoyable. (Plus, Charlie Cox is always a delight)” Rotten Tomatoes However, the special effects are often cited as unconvincing
Reviews for the 2017 British vampire comedy (also released as Eat Local ) generally describe it as a lighthearted, "cheerfully trashy" romp that benefits from a strong cast but is held back by an uneven script . Directed by Jason Flemyng, the film follows a group of bickering vampire overlords who meet at a remote farmhouse, only to find themselves under siege by a specialized military unit. Critical & Community Consensus
These video reviews provide more context on the film's cult potential and specific scenes like the Statham-choreographed fights: