The Relic (1997) | Subtitulada | Full Movie
The Relic explores themes of scientific discovery versus ancient superstition, the dangers of ambition, and the thin line between curiosity and horror. The film effectively uses its museum setting to create an atmosphere of tension and fear, with dark hallways and shadowy exhibits amplifying the suspense.
The creature effects, designed by renowned special effects artist Stan Winston, add a visceral element that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
The story begins with a series of gruesome murders in the heart of Chicago, linked to a mysterious artifact recently brought to the museum. As the body count rises, a team of scientists and museum personnel, led by Dr. Margo Green (played by Penelope Ann Miller), is drawn into the terrifying mystery surrounding the artifact—a relic from an ancient South American culture.
Margo and her team discover that the relic is more than just a curious artifact; it is a deadly creature that has been awakened from its slumber, preying on those who dare to uncover its secrets. With time running out, Margo teams up with Lieutenant Vincent D’Agosta (Tom Sizemore), who is determined to stop the creature before it claims more lives.
