Mimic

Name: Mimic
Director: Guillermo del Toro
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1997-01-01
Duration: 105 min
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Mira Sorvino, Jeremy Northam, Alexander Goodwin, Giancarlo Giannini, Charles S. Dutton

1997Dir. Guillermo del Toro1h 45m

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Runtime1h 45m

Released1997

Budget$30M

Box office$25.5M

DirectorGuillermo del Toro

About This Movie

Mimic is one of Guillermo del Toro's earlier works that showcases his knack for blending horror with science fiction. The film has a pretty eerie atmosphere, bolstered by its dark visuals and haunting score. Del Toro really digs into the themes of nature gone awry and human arrogance, which feels relevant even today. The practical effects, especially on the titular creatures, hold up surprisingly well, lending a tangible quality to the horror that CGI often lacks. You can see the director's love for creature design here—those giant bugs are unsettling, to say the least. The pacing is a mix of suspense and creeping dread, with some moments that really get under your skin. Overall, it’s a solid example of late '90s genre filmmaking.

Released by Dimension Films on August 22, 1997Features practical effects, designed by FX artist David LeRoy AndersonCinematography by Matthew Libatique, known for dark visual styleThe film had a troubled production, including significant studio interference