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Originally Posted by Nosferatu@Cult Labs  I wouldn't classify The Thing as a 'Virus' film (it's not currently on my long list) because it's about a single shape-shifting organism rather than something which would infect people, but I wouldn't classify an alien parasite as a Virus.
However, looking at the website where I found the information, they say "Let’s start off with explaining the difference between bacteria, and a virus. First off, bacteria are classically alive, by which we mean they have all the metrics that define life, most importantly of all, cell-structure. Virii, on the other hand, are not quite alive, they’re more like randomly wandering bits of DNA with an attitude problem and a suit of protein-based armor."
As I'm not a scientist, I'm not going to argue too forcefully one way or the other!
I really like Pontypool, but haven't seen Impulse or And The Band Played On – as they are on your top 10 list, I'm guessing you recommend them. |
In terms of epidemiology the thing is both a living thinking creature and a virus. The idea of not knowing who is infected and trying to figure it out makes it fit imo.
Impulse is a highly entertaining variation on the crazies. Often overlooked. It's got an early bill Paxton role. Worth checking out.
And the band played on is an account of the early years of the Aids epidemic and how government inaction allowed it to spread. In some regards it's arguably more chilling than anything else on My list because its true.