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Slime City 1988

★ 4.831 votes81 min📅 1988-05-13

"A Horror Film With Guts!"

In the gritty underbelly of 1980s New York City, a struggling student takes a fateful leap into a hellish apartment complex where his neighbors craft a sinister brew they call wine.

Director: Greg Lamberson

Cast

Robert C. Sabin
Alex
Mary Huner
Lori / Nicole
T.J. Merrick
Jerry
Dennis Embry
Roman
Dick Biel
Det. Irish O'Bannon
Jane Doniger Reibel
Lizzy
Bunny Levine
Bunny Levine
Ruby
Allen Lewis Rickman
Allen Lewis Rickman
Horace
Daniel Frye
Zachary
Eva Lee
Heather Langley (Prostitute)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Slime City (1988) about?

A struggling student moves into a decaying New York apartment where his neighbors secretly brew a mysterious liquid they call wine. After he tastes it, he transforms into a hideous, murderous beast, unleashing terror on the building. The film explores themes of desperation and the grotesque consequences of curiosity.

Who directed Slime City?

Greg Lamberson helmed this gritty horror classic in 1988, steering the film toward its cult status with his uncompromising vision.

Who stars in Slime City?

The film features Robert C. Sabin as the doomed student, Mary Huner, T.J. Merrick, Dennis Embry, and Dick Biel as the building's unsettling residents.

Is Slime City (1988) worth watching?

With its raw energy and unique body horror premise, *Slime City* is a hidden gem for fans of 80s cult horror. While it lacks mainstream polish, its bizarre charm and surprising gore make it a memorable experience—perfect for late-night horror marathons. IMDb-unrated status adds to its offbeat allure.

How long is Slime City?

The film runs for 81 minutes, a tight runtime that keeps the tension high without unnecessary fluff.

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About Slime City (1988) — The Cult Horror Where Neighbors Brew Chaos

In the gritty underbelly of 1980s New York City, a struggling student takes a fateful leap into a hellish apartment complex where his neighbors craft a sinister brew they call wine. When he samples their concoction, the student's body twists into something monstrous, igniting a spree of brutal chaos. Greg Lamberson's cult horror gem *Slime City (1988)* blends body horror with urban decay, delivering a raw, visceral experience that's as unsettling as it is bizarre.

The film's claustrophobic atmosphere and grotesque transformation sequence make it a standout in the indie horror scene. With its low-budget charm and unflinching gore, *Slime City* isn't just a creature feature—it's a dark fable about isolation, addiction, and the monstrous potential lurking within us all. The cast, led by Robert C. Sabin, brings a desperate authenticity to their roles, grounding the absurdity in relatable desperation.