A Traumatic Beginning on the Sheep Farm
On a sheep farm in New Zealand, a young boy named Henry (Nick Fenton) is pranked by his older brother, Angus (Eli Kent). The prank was so cruel and harsh that it left Henry filled with a deep-seated fear of all things sheep, developing into a lasting phobia. Making matters worse, the housekeeper, Mrs Mac (Glenis Levestam), lets the two boys know that their father has passed on.
Returning Home: Reluctance and Unsettling Discoveries
Fast-forwarding fifteen years, Henry (Nathan Meister) is travelling back to the family home in New Zealand to do one thing: sell his share of the farm to Angus (Peter Feeney) and return home. Henry has zero intentions of staying long, given all the trauma he encountered at the farm when he was just a young boy, even asking the taxi driver to keep the meter running. As Henry speaks with Angus, we learn that thanks to the latest technology and various advanced experiments, Angus has big plans for the farm, which Henry cares nothing about. When Henry is given a cheque with a large sum on it, he attempts to walk out the door; however, after a quick catch-up with Mrs Mac, Henry is invited to have one more tour around the farm with the farm’s manager and childhood friend, Tucker (Tammy Davis). Although he is reluctant, Henry agrees, given it will be the last time he’ll see the farm.
Unleashing Horror: The Rise of the Killer Sheep
However, while Henry and Tucker drive around the farm, the pair make a strange and haunting discovery. First, it starts with an unexplained dead body. Then they discover that various sheep have transformed, exhibiting unusual behaviour and a thirst to kill. Joining the pair in their baffling discovery is Experience (Danielle Mason), who is passionate about protesting Angus’ work, which includes genetic experiments on sheep. Has Angus just unleashed something horrible by mistake? Either way, the trio must now find a cure and survive the enormous herd of killer sheep before it’s too late!
Black Sheep: Horror, Comedy, and a Sequel on the Way
Black Sheep is a body horror film containing moments of black comedy. Lovers of all things zombie movies, this is one for you too. The film was directed by Jonathan King, whose other works behind the camera include Under the Mountain (2009) and REALITi (2014). Excitingly, Jonathan recently announced via social media that he’s currently in the process of making a new film titled Black Sheep: yes, a sequel to the 2006 release.
Killer Sheep and Stunning Gore Effects
Black Sheep most certainly introduces a story that feels familiar, but its concept of killer sheep is a fantastic and refreshing idea that has not been previously seen in cinema. On top of this, the film incorporates stunning effects involving gore, violence, blood, and flesh, along with transformation sequences where innocent sheep (and people) are turned into killer, life-threatening beasts. The gore and effects, particularly the blood, always look visually realistic.
Characters, Performances, and Missed Opportunities
Being completely honest, I wasn’t a massive fan of the characters here, mainly due to their various choices and on-screen traits, though the performances themselves are fine. On the other hand, I couldn’t help but wish the film had given more screen time to Tucker, who is humorous, energetic, and brings a likable presence to the screen. His presence made me wish the story had been more centred on him and his experiences with the farm and the sheep, rather than on the leads, who often fumble while trying to overcome various hurdles. Additionally, the gags delivered through dialogue are a mixed bag of hits and misses.
Black Sheep: Silly, Bloody, and Uniquely Entertaining
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Published: 29th September 2025
Written by: Peter Walkden
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