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Scientist's Teleportation Nightmare in Cronenberg's Gory 'The Fly' Remake
5 Oct
Summary
- Jeff Goldblum stars as scientist whose teleportation experiment goes horribly wrong
- Gruesome body horror as Goldblum's character transforms into a fly-human hybrid
- Emotional impact as character grapples with his deteriorating condition
In the 1986 remake of the classic 1958 film, 'The Fly' follows the story of scientist Seth Brundle, played by Jeff Goldblum, who envisions a future where instant teleportation becomes the dominant mode of transportation. Determined to make his dream a reality, Brundle begins outsourcing various steps of the teleportation process, unable to assemble the full system on his own.
Tragically, a fatal mix of jealousy and alcohol prompts Brundle to test his invention on himself far too early, leading to a genetic cocktail of scientist and housefly. As Brundle's insectoid transformation progresses, viewers witness every gruesome detail of his deterioration, thanks to the Oscar-winning prosthetic work of Chris Walas and Stephan Dupuis.
Beyond the film's visceral body horror, 'The Fly' also explores deeper themes of sexuality and mortality. Brundle's disease is likened to a cancer, and the emotional impact of his condition is powerfully conveyed through the performances of Goldblum and co-star Geena Davis. The result is a horror classic that elevates its B-movie premise through Cronenberg's unwavering commitment to the film's central themes.
