Film The Day of the Triffids (1963)

The 1963 film “The Day of the Triffids” is based on John Wyndham’s novel. It revolves around a meteor shower that blinds most of the world’s population, making them vulnerable to carnivorous plants called Triffidus Celestus. These plant-monsters soon multiply, causing chaos. Survivors work together to combat the veggie invaders.
One survivor, an American seaman, fights his way through the Triffid ranks, while a couple is trapped in a lighthouse. Despite its low budget, the film boasts good production values that make it look more expensive. The movie falls under the categories of Horror, Science Fiction, and Thriller.