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Nightbreed is a 1990 American dark fantasy horror film directed by Clive Barker and based on his 1988 novella Cabal. The film stars Craig Sheffer, David Cronenberg, and Anne Bobby. The movie is set in a world of monsters known as the "Nightbreed", who live in a hidden city beneath a cemetery called Midian. The story follows Aaron Boone, a troubled young man who has been having recurring nightmares of a place called Midian. Boone is falsely convinced by his psychiatrist, Dr. Philip Decker, that he is committing serial murders similar to those of the infamous "Masked Killer." Boone is haunted by his past and is drawn to Midian, a place where he believes he belongs.

Boone discovers Midian and the Nightbreed, led by the charismatic and gentle leader, Cronenberg's character, Dr. Philip Decker, who is able to control Boone's mind and make him commit the murders he was accused of. As Boone learns the secrets of Midian and the Nightbreed, he becomes the protector of their civilization and must save them from the prejudice and discrimination of the humans who want to destroy them.

Nightbreed is a visually impressive film with elaborate make-up and prosthetics, creating unique and imaginative creatures that make up the Nightbreed. The film is also known for its haunting, atmospheric score, composed by Danny Elfman, which perfectly blends with the dark visuals and creates a sense of unease throughout the movie.

The film explores themes of otherness, prejudice, acceptance, and identity, as Boone struggles to find his place in the world and the Nightbreed fight for their right to exist. The Nightbreed represent an oppress minority that experiences alienation and hostility from the rest of society. They are judged for their appearances and abilities, and victims of human brutality.

The film also features a strong allusion to the religious figure of the risen Christ, as Cronenberg's character transforms into a dark messiah-type figure, tempting Boone as the devil once tempted Christ. This biblical imagery further reinforces the theme of otherness and the persecution of those who are different.

Nightbreed has elements of horror, action, and fantasy, and stands out as a unique and unconventional film. Barker creates a rich and imaginative world, filled with intriguing characters that, despite their appearances, are more human and empathetic than their human counterparts.

In conclusion, Nightbreed is a thrilling and visually stunning horror movie that explores themes of otherness, acceptance, and identity in a unique and unconventional way. With its imaginative creatures, haunting score, and strong performances, the movie stands out as one of Barker's most iconic works, and one that continues to captivate and haunt audiences to this day.

Nightbreed is a 1990 horror movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 48 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.5 and a MetaScore of 40.