Nightmare City 2035
Nightmare City 2035

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Nightmare City 2035

2007
Movie
90 min
English

The future. The corrupt regime broadcasts the illusion of a beautiful city to the chip in your head, when in fact the city is in ruins. The rebels know the truth and seek to foment revolution.

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IMDb3.5/10
Director: Umberto LenziGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Action

Plot Summary

In a dystopian 2035, a scientist creates a mind-control weapon that begins to spiral out of control, turning ordinary citizens into flesh-eating mutants. A TV reporter uncovers the conspiracy and must fight for survival against the mutated horde and the government forces trying to cover up the truth.

Critical Reception

Nightmare City 2035, also known as 'Nightmare 666', is a low-budget Italian horror film that received a mixed to negative reception, largely criticized for its poor production values, weak plot, and uninspired acting. It is often seen as a pale imitation of its 1980 predecessor, failing to capture the same cult appeal.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious, albeit poorly executed, sci-fi horror premise.

  • Widely criticized for its low budget, unconvincing special effects, and lackluster performances.

  • Often considered a disappointing sequel that fails to live up to the original's B-movie charm.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Nightmare City 2035 are scarce, but those available generally highlight the film's unfulfilled potential and its struggle to deliver a compelling horror experience due to apparent production limitations.

Fun Fact

This film is an unofficial sequel to Umberto Lenzi's 1980 film 'Nightmare City', though it shares very little in common beyond the director and a similar premise of a contagious outbreak.

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