The Relic
A homicide detective teams up with an evolutionary biologist to hunt a giant creature that is killing people in a Chicago museum.
Release Year
1997
Runtime
110 min
Audience Score
6.0
Genres
Horror, Mystery, Thriller, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
A homicide detective teams up with an evolutionary biologist to hunt a giant creature that is killing people in a Chicago museum.
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The Relic is a dark pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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