A disease carried by common cockroaches is killing Manhattan children. In an effort to stop the epidemic an entomologist, Susan Tyler, creates a mutant breed of insect that secretes a fluid to kill the roaches. This mutant breed was engineered to die after one generation, but three years later Susan finds out that the species has survived and evolved into a large, gruesome monster that can mimic human form.
In New York City, a deadly plague carried by cockroaches threatens to decimate the population. Entomologist Dr. Susan Tyler develops a genetically engineered insect, the 'Judas Breed,' to kill the roaches. Three years later, the mutated offspring of the Judas Breed, now giant and intelligent, begin to prey on humans, forcing Susan and her team to confront their creation.
Mimic received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its atmospheric tension, creature design, and Guillermo del Toro's distinctive directorial style. However, some found the plot predictable and the scares less effective than they could have been. Audiences generally appreciated the film's ambition and horror elements.
Google audience: Audiences found Mimic to be a creepy and atmospheric horror film with impressive creature design, though some noted that the plot could have been more original.
The film's creatures, the 'reaper' insects, were inspired by the mantises and dragonflies that Guillermo del Toro observed as a child.
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