Mosquito (1994)

A violent massacre caused by human-sized mosquitoes forces the lone survivors to band together in a fight for survival as the mosquitoes continue their onslaught.

Director:

Gary Jones

Writers:

Tom Chaney, Steve Hodge

Stars:

Gunnar Hansen, Ron Asheton, Steve Dixon

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Gunnar Hansen	...	Earl the Bankrobber
Ron Asheton	...	Hendricks the Park Ranger
Steve Dixon	...	Parks USAF Meteor Chaser
Rachel Loiselle	...	Megan the new Park Ranger
Tim Lovelace	...	Ray, Megan's Boyfriend
Mike Hard	...	Junior, Earl's Brother
Kenny Mugwump	...	Rex, Earl's Cousin
Josh Becker	...	Camper Steve
Margaret Gomoll	...	Camper Mary
John Reneaud	...	Ranger Tony
Joel Hale	...	Fisherman Jack
Guy Sanville	...	Chief F.B. Marrow
Patrick Butler	...	Willis Cabins Motel Proprietor
Patricia Kay Jones	...	Ma Jones
Howard Brusseau Jr.	...	Pa Jones

Storyline

An alien pod crash lands in the swamps, after which the local mosquitoes begin feeding on the alien corpses. This causes the mosquitoes to grow to massive sizes and develop an unquenchable hunger for blood. A mass swarm of these mutant insects attacks a Michigan national park in a brutal onslaught that kills the entire tourist population. The few unrelated survivors - two lovers, a meteorologist, a punk rock musician, and a gang of dangerous bank robbers on the run from police - must settle their differences and band together before nightfall, when the nocturnal mosquito swarm will return for more blood.

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Plot Keywords:

mosquito | alien spacecraft | mutation | car radiator | park ranger | 

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Taglines:

Blood never tasted better (theatrical poster)

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Genres:

Horror | Sci-Fi

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for sci-fi violence and gore, a scene of sexuality/nudity, and for some language

Did You Know?

Trivia

Matt Hundley was not the first choice to do special effects for this film. Halfway through, the original special effects artist said "I'll be right back, I'm going to get a pack of smokes," and never came back.

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Goofs

When an animal increases in size, its weight increases by the cube of the increase, while surface area only increases by the square. That means the mutant mosquitoes would be trapped on the ground, helpless. Their legs would not support them, and their wings would not let them fly.

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Quotes

Hendricks the Park Ranger: Hey Doc, that's science fiction bullshit!
Parks USAF Meteor Chaser: No, Hendricks. You... are living... in science fact!

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Crazy Credits

In the end credits, it has "The Grey Beast" provided by Oberon Films and underneath, it has Grey Beast Whereabouts as Unknown.

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Connections

Featured in WatchMojo: Top 10 Monstrous Animal Attack Scenes in Movies (2015)

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Soundtracks

Stinger Up Yours
by Ron Asheton
Performed by The Shemps
Ron Asheton: guitars
L.J. Steele: drums
Pete Bankert: bass

User Reviews

Splendid schlock

What a tremendous achievement in American cinema! Did any of y'all know that you can hammer boards over windows without nails? Did you know that facial hair can disappear and reappear at random moments? Did you realize the safe haven that can be had in a bathtub? A perfect way to spend the day.

Details

Country:

USA

Release Date:

21 November 1994 (Japan)

Also Known As:

Mosquito

Filming Locations:

Detroit, Michigan, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$200,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Antibes Inc., Excalibur Motion Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

92 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1