The movie Nightmare City is a cult classic horror film directed by Umberto Lenzi, originally released in 1980. The plot revolves around a mysterious radiation leak that causes an airplane to land in an Italian city. The passengers, who have been exposed to the radiation, emerge as blood-thirsty zombies who attack anyone in their path.
Unlike traditional zombie movies, these creatures are not slow-moving and shuffling, but instead are fast, agile and armed with weapons. They have a thirst for blood and can run, climb, and move with speed and agility.
The main character of the film is a news reporter named Dean Miller, played by Hugo Stiglitz. He is caught in the middle of the carnage and must fight to survive with the help of Dr. Anna Miller, played by Laura Trotter. Along the way, they encounter a variety of survivors who must band together to fight off the hordes of zombies.
The film is known for its graphic violence, with scenes of dismemberment, gore, and bloodshed. It also features a pulsating electronic score by Stelvio Cipriani.
Nightmare City was a low-budget production that has achieved cult status among horror fans due to its unique take on the zombie genre and over-the-top violence. It has been referenced in many subsequent zombie movies and TV shows, and remains a favorite among horror fans.