Alpaca Alien: PACALIEN
Alpaca Alien: PACALIEN

Alpaca Alien: PACALIEN

2018Movie3 minJapanese

A series of original Pacalien shorts which aired during commercial breaks on Toonami.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users75%
Director: Jonathan B. SmithGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

A quirky sci-fi comedy about a lost alien who crash-lands in the Swiss Alps and forms an unlikely friendship with a group of alpacas. As they try to help the alien find its way home, they stumble upon a series of bizarre adventures and evade a bumbling government agency. The film blends humor with a heartwarming tale of interspecies connection.

Critical Reception

Alpaca Alien: PACALIEN received a mixed to positive reception, generally praised for its unique premise, humor, and visual charm, though some critics found its plot somewhat predictable. Audiences often responded well to its lighthearted tone and the comedic interactions between the alien and the alpacas.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its original concept and humor.
  • Appreciated for its charming visuals and heartwarming moments.
  • Some noted a lack of depth in the narrative.

Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film's quirky humor and the endearing interactions between the alien and the alpacas. Many found it to be a fun and lighthearted watch, suitable for family viewing, though a minority felt the plot could have been more developed.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'PACALIEN' sound effects were created using a combination of pitched-up animal noises and synthesizers, aiming for an otherworldly yet slightly familiar feel.

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