Paradise Lost (1999)
Année de sortie : 1999
Pays : United States
Titre alternatif : N/A
Réalisateur : Herb Freed
Scénariste : Herb Freed, Marion Segal
Production & Genre
Synopsis
Egotistical land developer Mike Stark hires scientist Dr. Andrew Hofstadter to develop a defoliant for clearing an Amazonian rain forest where he plans to build his latest project. Locals warn of unexplained deaths and strange occurrences, including a mysterious religious ceremony witnessed by Hofstadter. Archaeologist Dr. Christine DuMaurier suspects that the disappearance of an ancient tribal culture may be connected to the recent attacks. Despite initial skepticism, Stark visits the location with Hofstadter. They soon encounter deadly creatures and realize the true danger lurking in the jungle.
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Résumé
Paradise Lost (1999) is a blend of action, drama, mystery, and sci-fi directed by Herb Freed. The film revolves around a conflict between nature and greed as represented by Mike Stark's plans to develop an Amazonian rain forest. While attempting to create a defoliant for Stark, Dr. Hofstadter uncovers local fears about mysterious deaths and encounters ancient ruins hinting at an unknown tribe. The story combines elements of ecological conservation with supernatural threats, exploring themes of exploitation versus preservation.
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