Viscid

A group of strangers find themselves trapped in a remote, abandoned asylum with a parasitic alien entity that begins to infect them one by one. As the infection spreads, paranoia and violence escalate, turning the survivors against each other in a desperate fight for survival against the horrifying organism.

Viscid received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its atmospheric tension and practical effects, many found the plot underdeveloped and the acting uneven. The film struggled to distinguish itself within the crowded subgenre of alien-infestation horror.

• Praised for its creepy atmosphere and effective creature design.

• Criticized for a predictable plot and inconsistent pacing.

• Noted for its reliance on practical effects over CGI.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally point to the film being a low-budget horror flick with some inventive creature effects that don't quite make up for its narrative shortcomings and underdeveloped characters.

The parasitic organism in 'Viscid' was created using practical effects, including slime and prosthetics, to give it a visceral and unsettling appearance.