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6.8/10 • 938

1988-08-051h 35m

HorrorScience Fiction

Scream now, while there's still room to breathe!

In Arborville, California, three high school students try to protect their hometown from a gelatinous alien life form that engulfs everything it touches.

Directors
Chuck Russell
Editors
Terry Stokes

Top Billed Cast

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  1. Shawnee Smith

    Shawnee Smith

    Meg Penny

  2. Kevin Dillon

    Kevin Dillon

    Brian Flagg

  3. Donovan Leitch

    Donovan Leitch

    Paul Taylor

  4. Jeffrey DeMunn

    Jeffrey DeMunn

    Sheriff Herb Geller

  5. Candy Clark

    Candy Clark

    Fran Hewitt

  6. Joe Seneca

    Joe Seneca

    Dr. Meddows

  7. Del Close

    Del Close

    Reverend Meeker

  8. Paul McCrane

    Paul McCrane

    Deputy Bill Briggs

  9. Sharon Spelman

    Sharon Spelman

    Mrs. Penny

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whitsbrain

Jan 30, 2024

8/10

Nifty remake of the 1958 classic. This story of a shapeless, featureless space alien, instead of the usual "little green men", opens the door for a decidedly different kind of invasion movie. This version stays pretty true to the original and the advancement of special effects over 30 years allows for some really great and gory kills. The best being a victim being pulled into a sink drain and a wicked attack of a main character in a doctor's office. There are some effects that aren't so good though, you'll scoff when you see them. The acting is really very good, and it's got its share of moments that are actually scary. The characters, even the primaries, could get swallowed up at any time. I'd say this is a must watch for any fan of the original.

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Status
Released
Original Language
English
Budget
$10,000,000.00
Revenue
$8,247,943.00
Keywords
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