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Mimic
Movie (1997)
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.
Movie (1997)
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.
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Content at a glance
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Sex & Nudity
A couple kisses and gets into a bath with clothes on.
Violence & Gore
The movie features gore, bloody wounds, characters ripped apart, and a fatal fall.
Profanity
Frequent strong language includes s--t, f--k variants, and religious exclamations.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Characters smoke a cigarette and a cigar, and cocaine is mentioned.
Frightening Scenes
The film includes distressing scenes, jump scares, tense moments, and underground explosions.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
Characters show courage, perseverance, and willingness to sacrifice to save others.
Role models
Main characters include an intelligent, brave female scientist and a bold, selfless husband.
Representation
The lead is a smart and brave woman, though the main cast is mostly white, and a boy is seemingly neurodiverse.
Learning
Families can discuss the violence in the movie, what makes it scary, the language used, character strengths like courage and perseverance, and the ethics and benefits of genetic engineering.
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