Panic (1982) A failed bacteria experiment turns a scientist into a monstrous killer, forcing authorities to race against time before an airstrike wipes out an entire town. Director: Tonino Ricci Screenplay by: Víctor Andrés Catena, Jaime Comas Gil Produced by: Marcello Romeo Starring: David Warbeck as Captain Kirk Janet Agren as Jane Blake Roberto Ricci as Professor Adams José Lifante as Sergeant O'Brien Miguel Herrera as Professor Vince Eugenio Benito as Father Braun Ovidio Taito José María Labernié as Colonel Rutledge Ilaria Maria Bianchi Fabián Conde as Drunk Vittorio Calò Franco Ressel as Mr. Milton Music by: Marcello Giombini Cinematography: Giovanni Bergamini Editing by: Vincenzo Tomassi Production Companies: Arco Films, European Film Distribuzione, Nuova Glassia Films Distributed by: Variety Distribution Release Date: 1982 Runtime: Approximately 92 minutes Countries: Italy, Spain Language: Italian Genres: Science Fiction, Horror ------------------------------------------------------------ Synopsis: - A scientist working on a deadly bacteria accidentally mutates into a bloodthirsty monster. - As the infection spreads, the government fears a full-scale outbreak and orders an airstrike to contain the threat. - Captain Kirk and Jane Blake must track down the creature before the town is destroyed. - The film blends horror, suspense, and sci-fi elements, creating a tense atmosphere of impending doom. ------------------------------------------------------------ Key Themes & Highlights: - Biological Horror: The film explores the dangers of scientific experimentation gone wrong. - Race Against Time: The protagonists must stop the monster before the government wipes out the town. - Classic 1980s Horror Atmosphere: Dark cinematography and eerie music heighten the tension. - Cult Horror Status: *Panic* has earned recognition among fans of European horror cinema. ------------------------------------------------------------ Trivia: - Also released under the title *Bakterion* and marketed as *Zombie 4* in Greece. - Features practical effects typical of 1980s European horror films. - David Warbeck, known for his roles in Italian horror, delivers a strong performance as Captain Kirk. - The film’s themes of viral outbreaks remain relevant in modern sci-fi horror. ------------------------------------------------------------ Hashtags: #Panic1982 #Bakterion #DavidWarbeck #JanetAgren #ItalianHorror #SciFiHorror #CultCinema #ClassicHorror #VarietyDistribution #BiologicalThriller