Contamination
A Russian billionaire is brutally killed on the outskirts of Moscow. Vasily, a simple school teacher becomes an unwilling witness to this murder during his routine morning bike ride. The police, unable to find the criminals, begin to suspect Vasily and he quickly becomes the prime suspect. At the advice of his daughter, who also happens to be his attorney, Vasily allows himself to be placed in a psychiatric ward to avoid being incarcerated for the false accusation. It is believed that a fictitious diagnosis will help her father's case, but Irina doesn't realize that she has handed her father into the hands of a psychiatrist, Dr. Korzunov, who is conducting inhumane experiments that no medical professional would ever accept.
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Plot Summary
A mysterious alien substance begins to infect and mutate humans on a remote space station. As the contagion spreads, the remaining crew must race against time to find a cure or escape before they are overwhelmed by the horrifying transformations. The survival of humanity hinges on their ability to contain the alien threat.
Critical Reception
Contamination is a low-budget science fiction horror film that garnered a mixed to negative reception. Critics often pointed to its derivative plot and limited special effects, while some viewers appreciated its B-movie charm and attempts at suspense.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious concept within a limited budget.
- Criticized for its predictable plot and uninspired execution.
- Some viewers found the creature effects to be mildly effective.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Contamination are scarce, but those available often highlight the film's low production values and genre clichés. Some viewers found it entertaining as a B-movie horror flick, while others were disappointed by the lack of originality and weak acting.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Asylum Home Entertainment, a company known for its low-budget direct-to-video releases, often mimicking mainstream blockbusters.
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