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They Nest
After freezing up under pressure in the emergency room, Dr. Cahill decides to spend a few months unwinding on a little Maine island where he immediately gets off on the wrong foot with the locals. Meanwhile, a body has washed up on shore infested with a strange type of carnivorous cockroach. But when Dr. Cahill tries to warn the townsfolk of the danger, they are naturally skeptical. Will they realize the truth before it's too late?
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Plot Summary
A veterinarian returns to his isolated hometown on a remote island to investigate a series of bizarre deaths. He soon discovers that the residents are being systematically killed by a swarm of mutated, flesh-eating insects that emerge from the ocean. As the insectoid menace grows, he must race against time to find a way to stop them before they consume the entire island.
Critical Reception
They Nest is a low-budget horror film that received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is often cited as a prime example of a creature feature with a weak plot and uninspired special effects, though some viewers appreciate its campy, B-movie sensibilities.
What Reviewers Say
Features a predictable plot with underdeveloped characters.
Special effects are generally considered unconvincing and dated.
Lacks the tension and scares expected from a horror film.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect disappointment with the film's execution, citing poor acting and a lack of originality as major drawbacks.
Fun Fact
The film's mutated insects were created using a combination of animatronics and stop-motion animation, though the execution was often criticized.
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