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In spite of flinging itself wholeheartedly into the realm of cinematic catastrophe, "Galaxy Warriors" is an unexpected delight. To call this low-budget movie a "gem" is perhaps a misnomer, but calling it a delightful, radioactive space rock of a film seems rather apt.

The grainy special effects are presented with such a relentless consistency that they abruptly transform from laughable to endearingly nostalgic. The minimal '80s analog synth score adds to the presentation.

What struck me most was the sheer commitment on display here. For a piece so utterly "bad", there's a commendable effort required to translate that into reality. The compelling homemade basement set pieces, complete with their DIY charm, remind us of the sheer joy of storytelling and play acting, unburdened by budget constraints or Hollywood gloss. The story merely serving as a thread to string together the pleasingly bad, campy set pieces.

In an era where most bad films are too bad to be even ironically enjoyed, "Galaxy Warriors" has become somewhat of an unexpected underdog.

To be able to suspend your disbelief for these types of movies, a certain amount of flair and style is required. Ava does not deliver. Watch Red Sparrow, Salt, Atomic Blonde, or Salt instead.

In this case, the characters, situations, and their organizations are not at all believable and the film lacks in the style and wit that would otherwise help carry it.

Otherwise competent actors such as Chastain, Farrell, Malkovich, and Davis meander in the pastiche.

The closing narration followed the edgy synth breakbeats of the end title was a welcome reprieve.

That doesn't mean it isn't enjoyable in its own way, and surely work and effort was put it, but the sum of the parts are below-average.

The movie has a weird retro vibe. For a while you actually believe that the whole thing is a Total Recall-esque 'simulation', and that soon, you will awaken into the 'real' movie. That is not to be. Instead...

Come and see the amazing sights and sounds of Vice! See the well-worn clichés of other movies play in front of your eyes. Witness a future where people drive cars from our time. Experience the thrill-ride through dimly lit sets, parking lots and abandoned offices. Relive the 90s through authentic greasy hair emulation and cop mellow drama.

Even with these marvels, it is a let down. Very little of the Vice theme park is shown in movie. It is mostly seen in the shadows. From what I gather it is a mixture of hotel-lobby meets Miami nightclub.

This movie must be a tax right off for some corporate shell company. I can't see how it would be green lit otherwise.

It is movies like Vice that will allow future generations to have a laugh at our expense. Enjoy this one with friends and beer.