On this day May 13, 1988, the horror film The Nest was released in theaters, adding a grotesque blend of science fiction and creature horror to the late 80s horror lineup. Directed by Terrence H. Winkless and starring Robert King and Robert Lansing, the film centered around a small coastal town overrun by genetically engineered cockroaches with a taste for human flesh.
The Nest followed a disturbing plot in which corporate experimentation leads to the creation of intelligent and increasingly dangerous insect hybrids. As the townspeople begin to fall victim to gruesome attacks, the local sheriff and a group of survivors must uncover the secret behind the infestation before it spreads further. The film mixed practical gore effects with B movie charm, making it a favorite among fans of 1980s low budget horror.
Though it did not receive a wide theatrical release or significant box office attention, The Nest found new life on VHS and cable TV, where it became a cult hit among creature feature enthusiasts.
Fun fact: The Nest was produced by Roger Corman’s Concorde Pictures, which was known for turning out low budget horror and sci-fi films throughout the 1980s.
The Nest followed a disturbing plot in which corporate experimentation leads to the creation of intelligent and increasingly dangerous insect hybrids. As the townspeople begin to fall victim to gruesome attacks, the local sheriff and a group of survivors must uncover the secret behind the infestation before it spreads further. The film mixed practical gore effects with B movie charm, making it a favorite among fans of 1980s low budget horror.
Though it did not receive a wide theatrical release or significant box office attention, The Nest found new life on VHS and cable TV, where it became a cult hit among creature feature enthusiasts.
Fun fact: The Nest was produced by Roger Corman’s Concorde Pictures, which was known for turning out low budget horror and sci-fi films throughout the 1980s.
