In the previous two big-screen adaptation, the original title had been changed toVillage Of The Damned.
The story underwent a Hollywood reinterpretation in 1995 byJohn Carpenter, famed director of theHalloweenfranchise.
In the Carpenter version, the setting was changed to North Carolina instead of England.
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Midwich seems to be a typical town with charming homes, horse stables, and a well-regarded school.
However,a bizarre incident one spring evening forever alters the town.
The disturbance begins with electrical fluctuations, followed by a complete blackout.
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Residents suddenly fall unconscious, communication devices fail, and the town becomes inaccessible.
Normalcy returns after 12 hours as everyone regains consciousness.
More alarmingly,the children born from this event possess disturbing powersand begin to manipulate their parents.
Soon, people begin to question the origins and intentions of these children.
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Ultimately,The Midwich Cuckoosacross its seven episodes, is amasterful blend of various genres that deserves a watch.
