The story follows ( Jena Sims ), an "ugly duckling" science nerd at Iron Coast University who injects herself with an experimental beauty serum called "Renew".

: Despite producing over 350 films, this was Roger Corman's first-ever production in 3D .

: The cast includes Sean Young ( Blade Runner ) and Treat Williams , both of whom reviewers noted were likely taking the roles for the paycheck during career lulls. Plot & Themes

: While the drug clears her skin and grants her "perfect" athletic ability to make the cheer squad, it causes a runaway reaction in her pituitary gland.

: For fans of cult horror and sci-fi, the film features rare appearances by legendary directors John Landis (An American Werewolf in London) and Corman himself as college professors.