Hellchild

A resurrected military experiment, codenamed Hellchild, is loose in the city and indiscriminately killing people. A disgraced former military scientist is brought back to hunt down his creation. He must confront his past and the monstrous results of his work. The fate of humanity hangs in the balance as the scientist races against time to stop the creature.

Hellchild received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences alike. While some acknowledged the premise and the presence of Tony Todd, many found the film to be derivative and lacking in originality. The special effects and execution were often cited as points of criticism, leading to it being considered a forgettable entry in the sci-fi horror genre.

• A predictable monster movie with uninspired creature effects.

• Lacks the scares and tension expected from a horror film.

• Tony Todd's performance is a highlight but can't save the film.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a general disappointment with the film's execution, finding it to be a weak sci-fi horror attempt.

The film was part of a series of direct-to-video releases that explored various horror and sci-fi themes in the late 1990s.