
Project Nightmare
1987-08-01 · 90 min · ★ 2.6
Beneath the desert lies a terrifying secret! While camping out, two close friends, Gus and John are attacked by an awesome, but unidentifiable force. Fleeing this unknown terror, they come upon Marcy, a vision of beauty, alone in the desert. She’s too good to be true – and probably isn’t!
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- Directors
- Donald M. Jones
- Production companies
- James-Lane Production, Academy Home Entertainment
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
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