It is kind of odd why this franchise is still running, especially when it was 25 years since the first movie. And even more impressive since the movies were on a very steep downward hill with each passing movie beyond the first original "Tremors" movie.And now in 2015 we were subjected to a fifth installment into the franchise. But only this time we are outside of America, and it proves that the infestation of the graboids have spread to other countries as well. A good sense of evolution in terms of the franchise? Or an attempt of cashing in on a franchise that have already been milked dry? You decide...Regardless of that, then this fifth installment takes Burt Gummer (played by Michael Gross) - the only original member still left in the franchise - to Africa as his expertise experience in hunting graboids is requested by the African government. Here he has to work alongside with Travis B. Welker (Jamie Kennedy).Now, it was good enough to see Michael Gross return to this movie, but at the same time it just wasn't enough to really support this movie being made. And it didn't really help that the graboids themselves didn't really get much on-screen exposure, and they were just left to be a backdrop to the story. And I don't understand why the casting of Travis B. Welker went to Jamie Kennedy, weren't there anyone more talented willing to participate in the movie?"Tremors 5: Bloodlines" was a weak foray into the "Tremors" saga, and it was even weaker than the time they went back in time to tell the story of the graboids being present in the mid-1800s.Granted, I didn't have much of expectations to "Tremors 5: Bloodlines" because of the decline of the series with each movie. But still, it is something that I grew up with, so of course I had to watch this one too. Just don't expect too much from it, and it will turn out to be a generic and mediocre experience. Nothing much new to be had here that haven't already been used and established in the "Tremors" stories.

First off I think its pretty obvious that only the character Burt can truly keep the Tremors franchise going at this point. And let's be honest the first one is the best one and also truly the only one that should have been made in my opinion however it's a cool franchise however cheesy it may have become.I thought Jamie Kennedy's character was funny enough and the hot African chick was a nice little add on. It's hilarious how some parts were reminiscent of Jurrasic Park. I was just glad they didn't make the graboid's claws tap on the ground.All and all it was entertaining. It was funny even though at times it tried too hard to be but I liked the updated graboid features including tentacles that detached. It was directed well and not shocking at all but it hints at a part six. If you're a tremors fan see it but if you've never seen a Tremors movie at all skip it. Although if you've never seen a Tremors movie see the first one. It's the only classic in a franchise of cheesy follow-ups.

'TREMORS 5: BLOODLINES': Three and a Half Stars (Out of Five)The fifth film in the popular monster flick series. It once again stars Michael Gross as Burt Gummer (the only actor to appear in all five films), and it costars newcomer (to the series) Jamie Kennedy. In this installment, Burt, and his new sidekick (played by Kennedy), must defend a South African wildlife reserve; from the deadly creatures. It was directed by Don Michael Paul and written by Woodrow Truesmith, M.A. Deuce, John Whelpley and C.J. Strebor. I found it to be a fun, and decently made, B-movie sequel. The story takes place 14-years after the end of the third film (the forth installment is a prequel). Burt Gummer (Gross) is now hosting his own reality TV show, on survival skills. Travis Welker (Kennedy) is a fan of his, who wants to help him expand his business; he also becomes Burt's new cameraman. A man from the South African Wildlife Ministry, named Erick Van Wyk (Daniel Janks), finds Burt, and Travis, and asks them to come to Africa; to help them take care of an Ass-Blaster problem there. Burt is skeptical, but agrees to the job.The first film is a classic (it's one of my all-time favorite monster movies); and I was pretty disappointed that the studios decided to go the 'direct-to-video' route, with all the sequels. I never expected them to get to a fifth installment though! I remember liking the other sequels, but not that much (I haven't seen them in a long time, and I don't really remember that much about them). Burt Gummer is a great character, and Gross is extremely likable in the role (next to 'FAMILY TIES', it's probably his most memorable part). It would be great to see Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward back in their parts too, but Kennedy isn't a bad addition to the franchise. I was actually pleasantly surprised with this chapter; it's funny and there's some pretty cool action scenes, and visuals in it, too. I like it.Watch our movie review show 'MOVIE TALK' at: youtu.be/5_iFqdaycDM

Like many Tremors fans, I was very excited when I found out about this film. Tremors 5: Bloodlines is better than Tremors 4: The Legend Begins (which was horrible), but worse than the first three Tremors movies (Tremors, Aftershocks, and Back to Perfection).I so wanted to like this film, but sadly there are few things I liked about it and a lot of things I disliked. The warmth and humor that made the first three films so enjoyable and fun to watch is missing in this installment of the series. Other than Burt (played by Michael Gross) and one old guy, I didn't care for any of the characters (& that includes his son played by Jamie Kennedy), they all lacked personality. Much of the humor is not funny; the repeated urination scenes and constant jabs at Burt's age. There is a scene I especially disliked where Burt goes temporarily insane/crazy while trapped in a lion cage, the scene was not funny, it was not in keeping with Burt's character, and it went on way too long. The whole setup for the film didn't work (I won't spoil it, but it would have been better if the only villains in the film had been the creatures). Moving the film location to Africa didn't do anything to make the film better, the Australian outback would have been better. As a whole, I didn't find the monsters enjoyable or interesting. The CGI used for the Graboids was not good, the old-style Graboids were visually better and what's more they actually had personalities (especially in the first film). Most of the film's monster action involved the A-blasters which I've never liked.There were only a few things I liked about the film. As always, I liked Burt, he is fun to watch, and it's nice that Burt has a son who wants to follow in his footsteps and work with him (even if I didn't find the son appealing or likable). Although the monsters were uninteresting due to lack of personality, bad CGI, and the emphasis on the A-blasters, the idea of latest evolution of the Graboid as smaller and faster is good.Could there be another installment in this film franchise? Maybe, but honestly I think the franchise has run its course.