Mosquito Man
Mosquito Man

Mosquito Man

2005Movie92 minEnglish

Police lieutenant detective Thomas 'Thom' Randall's steady girl-friend, Dr. Jennifer 'Jen' Allen, is Dr. Aaron Michaels's main assistant on his pharmaceutical firm Bellion's research program to cure the highly contagious, fatal infection Guinin. A convicted murderer, whom Thom arrested, is one of their special drug test subjects, but escapes. The convict and Jen are affected by radioactively altered DNA from an experimental reactor used on mosquitoes which transfer quinine. The convict soon mutates into a mosquito-like monster, which sucks its victims dry. By the time Thom and his junior murder brigade partner Charlie Morrison figure out what happens, Jen starts mutating herself.

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IMDb3.3/10
Director: Brett KellyGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Action

Plot Summary

A remote research facility studying genetically modified mosquitoes is attacked by their own creations, which have grown to monstrous sizes and are intent on consuming everything in sight. The small group of scientists trapped inside must find a way to survive the night and escape the facility before they become the next meal for the rampaging insects. As the situation escalates, they uncover a sinister secret about the project and the true nature of the mosquito experiments.

Critical Reception

Mosquito Man is a low-budget creature feature that garnered minimal attention upon its release, largely overlooked by mainstream critics. Audience reception is generally negative, with many viewers citing its predictable plot, subpar special effects, and B-movie feel as significant drawbacks. It found a niche among fans of schlocky horror and B-movies, who appreciated its campy elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on tired horror tropes and predictable jump scares.
  • Special effects are often unconvincing, detracting from the horror.
  • While unintentionally humorous for some, it fails to deliver genuine scares or compelling characters.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Mosquito Man are scarce and predominantly negative. Those who have seen it often criticize the low production values, weak acting, and a lack of originality. It's frequently described as a forgettable B-movie that offers little to recommend beyond its absurd premise.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a shoestring budget, with much of the "creature" effect relying on practical puppetry and CGI that was considered rudimentary even for its time.

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