Nomads is a 1986 horror film directed by John McTiernan, starring Pierce Brosnan and Lesley-Anne Down. The film revolves around a French anthropologist Jean-Charles Pommier (played by Brosnan) who moves to Los Angeles with his wife, while he teaches as a lecturer. However, his academic aspirations take a bizarre twist when he discovers a group of urban nomads who roam the city, seemingly unnoticed by the inhabitants of Los Angeles.
As Pommier begins to investigate these strange nomads further, he uncovers the disturbing truth that they are not just wandering vagabonds but instead are the spirits of dead people who are seeking revenge on those who wronged them in life. As Pommier delves deeper into their world, he is drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse and discovers the frightening price that is paid for the trappings of civilization.
With a unique blend of horror and psychological thriller, Nomads is a haunting portrayal of the price we pay for choosing civilization over nomadic freedom. The film is notable for its eerie atmosphere, nuanced performances from the cast, and its exploration of themes such as cultural identity, the duality of the human condition, and the primal urge for revenge.