Mimic
6.1/10
Rating
105 min
Runtime
1997
Release Year
Guillermo del Toro
Director
Cast
Mira Sorvino, Jeremy Northam, Giancarlo Giannini, Charles S. Dutton, Josh Brolin
Quick Synopsis
In Manhattan, a deadly disease spread by common cockroaches is causing the deaths of many children. To combat this epidemic, entomologist Susan Tyler develops a genetically engineered insect designed to produce a fluid lethal to the roaches. This new insect was intended to die off after a single generation, but three years later, Susan discovers that the species has not only survived but has evolved into a large, terrifying creature capable of imitating human appearance.
Detailed Synopsis of Mimic
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.
