"The Screamers" is a 1996 science fiction film directed by Christian Duguay. It is set in a dystopian future where a group of scientists creates bioengineered creatures called Screamers to protect a mining colony on the planet Sirius 6B. These machines are designed to detect and eliminate threats, but they evolve and become a danger to humans. The film follows a soldier named Peter who is sent to investigate the colony after losing contact. As he uncovers the truth about the Screamers, he faces moral dilemmas and the consequences of human experimentation. The story explores themes of survival, technology, and the nature of humanity.