Firestarter
“Will she have the power... to survive?”
As youths, Andy McGee and his future wife, Vicky, participated in secret experiments, allowing themselves to be subjected to mysterious medical tests. Years later, the couple's daughter, Charlie, begins to exhibit the ability of setting fires solely with her mind. This volatile talent makes the youngster extremely dangerous and soon she becomes a target for the enigmatic agency known as "The Shop."
This 80s sci-fi horror gem burns with a tense, anxious energy. Propulsive and thrilling, it explores themes of extraordinary power, government control, and desperate family protection. With its distinct synth-wave aesthetic and practical effects, it's a nostalgic journey into a world where a child's unique abilities ignite a dangerous chase.
