Shivers (1975)
Año de lanzamiento: 1975
Nación: Canada
Alternative Title: The Parasite Murders, Parasiten-Mörder, Huivering, Calafrios, Frissons
Director: David Cronenberg
Writer: David Cronenberg
Producción & Género
Productor: Producer: Ivan Reitman
Co-Producer: Don Carmody
Executive Producer: Alfred Pariser, André Link, John Dunning
Compañías: Canadian Film Development Corporation, Cinépix Film Properties (CFP), DAL Productions
Género: Horror, Science Fiction
Budget: 179.000
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Palabras clave
Palabras clave: attack, infestation, island, luxury hotel, organ transplant, panic, parasite, sex fiend, sexual attraction, zombie
Historia
In 'Shivers', directed by David Cronenberg and released in 1975, a luxury apartment complex outside Montreal becomes infested with parasites that transform its residents into violent, sex-crazed maniacs. Dr. Roger St. Luc, a character played by Paul McGrath, becomes aware of the outbreak and tries to contain it before it spreads to the city.
Resumen
'Shivers' is a Canadian horror-science fiction film directed by David Cronenberg. Set in a luxury apartment complex outside Montreal, the movie revolves around an infestation of parasites that cause their hosts to become sexually aggressive and violent. The film explores themes of sexual desire, infection, and societal panic. It's considered one of Cronenberg's early works that showcases his interest in body horror and transformation.
