Throat Bangers 23

In a dystopian future, a grizzled mercenary is tasked with protecting a young woman who holds the key to humanity's survival against a relentless alien invasion. As they journey through treacherous landscapes, they uncover a conspiracy that blurs the lines between savior and destroyer. Their fight for survival becomes a desperate race against time to prevent Earth's complete annihilation.

Throat Bangers 23 was met with a mixed to negative reception from critics, who praised its visual effects and action sequences but criticized its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some enjoying the intense action and unique world-building, while others found it derivative and lacking in emotional depth.

• Visually spectacular with intense, adrenaline-pumping action sequences.

• Narrative suffers from a muddled plot and predictable character arcs.

• Despite its flaws, the unique creature design and sci-fi elements offer some novelty.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a split opinion. Many appreciated the film's high-octane action and impressive special effects, finding it an entertaining popcorn flick. However, a significant portion of viewers expressed disappointment with the story's lack of originality and the predictable nature of the plot and character development.

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

The distinctive metallic clicking sound made by the alien creatures was created by digitally manipulating recordings of a broken-down industrial printing press.