Interplanetary

Oh my, this is one to stay away from.

Obvious point #1 ... the costumes and attire is something you would expect from a Halloween party. This was really the best they could do?

Obvious point #2 ... the script is HORRIBLE. The writer probably wrote the entire script over a weekend.

Obvious point #3 ... the acting would have had people get up and leave a high school play.

I have to ask again ... this was the best you could do? Was this for a drama class? ... did you even pass the class?

So, why the title of my review? Look at some of the highest ranting reviews. They have only reviewed one or two movies. Hmmm. And such a poor movie getting such a high rating? What a strange coincidence?

If the British version of the Office and the first Alien movie had a transporter accident and lost all their sentimentality, the result would look something like this movie. It is a shame that a movie like this has to be grade B to maintain sufficient creative freedom. It swings from strangely naturalistic moments, to parody, to some pretty effective splatters. Some of the characters are very well drawn, the jokes come every couple of minutes right up to the end, and there is even a basic moral premise: self important people suck. I hate paying for streamed movies, but I will break down to get his zombie film on Amazon, and I hope he gets funding for more films. BTW, if you like this film you might enjoy Zombie Strippers.

Solid. Entertaining. Thoroughly Original.

You absolutely never know what to expect in this film. Part sc-fi horror. Part comedy and with a perfect and very intentional 1970's "cheesy" vibe throughout.

It unapologetically borrows from just about every film in the genre and twists the surprisingly complex plot into directions you won't expect. "Interplanetary" walks a fine line between cornball "B" movies and genuine, thrilling drama- not an easy thing to accomplish.

I highly recommend it to fans of unusual films who have an open mind and who can appreciate the subtleties and great effort that went into this film.

Sometimes, the chutzpah of a filmmaker is more worthy of praise than their abilities or efforts. Such is the case with this shot in Alabama oddity, a palatable mix of sci fi and satire. Which is not to say that it's bad, it isn't, at least technically; the clever use of old fire extinguishers as oxygen paks, terrarium domes and vacuum cleaner hoses as space helmets, and hazmat jumpsuits as space suits are no less ingenious for being recognized for their original purposes. The script's satire of corporate culture borrows more heavily from OFFICE SPACE than ALIEN, which is timelier. Of course, this is low budget indie film making, so there are some seams. But given the limitations under which the filmmakers were working, these are more charming than anything. Most everyone has dealt with smarmy bosses, nonsensical internal policies, and boredom on the job, so it's relatable. Gore effects are good, but the ending seemed a little slipshod. Not a bad watch.

Where to start with this?.

I really wanted to like this, I love sci-fi films, even the ultra low budget ones, I love horror films, even low budget ones, but this, oh my God.

The special effects were straight out of the 1970s Doctor Who school of sci-fi. Cheap looking sets, plastic guns, boiler suits for spacesuits. Hard to believe this was made in the 21st Century, it would have been rubbish even back in the 70s. As for the acting, good God, where did they get these people?. The acting is worse than even that in any adult movie, it is that bad. Luckily I was given the DVD from a friend, I am so glad I never paid for it. It says something for how bad this is though, that my friend had bought it for £1 from a Pound Shop less than three years after it was made. It isn't even worth the pound he paid to be honest.

Another for the "Avoid" list I am afraid.