Slime City
Slime City

Slime City

1988Movie81 minEnglish

A student moves into a run-down building in New York City. His bizarre neighbors make a concoction in their apartment they call wine, but when he takes some of it, he turns into a deformed, murderous monster.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Greg LambersonGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Comedy

Plot Summary

A down-on-his-luck artist named Alex moves into a new apartment and discovers that the tap water is contaminated with a strange, alien slime. This slime causes mutations and horrific transformations in anyone who ingests it or comes into contact with it. Alex and his friends must find a way to stop the slime from spreading and consuming the city before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Slime City is a cult classic known for its low-budget charm, unique premise, and over-the-top gore. While not critically acclaimed in its initial release, it has gained a dedicated following among horror enthusiasts for its blend of science fiction horror and dark comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive creature effects on a limited budget.
  • Appreciated for its campy humor and B-movie aesthetic.
  • Seen as a fun, albeit gory, independent horror film.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to its niche cult status, but many appreciate it as a fun, gory, and campy horror flick.

Fun Fact

The distinctive slime effects were created using a mixture of food products like gelatin and corn syrup, along with various food colorings and household items.

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