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Invader
A crashed UFO and its reverse-engineered computer system take over the minds of soldiers at an air force base. The alien entity (in the guise of A.S.M.O.D.S., (Asmodeus), a strategic flight defense systems program for fighter jets) is discovered by tabloid reporter Frank McCall and D.O.D. Captain Harry Anders. They escape the base in a stolen F-19 and are taken to the Pentagon, where their story is met with understandable scepticism. An attempt by Asmodeus' minions to capture Frank & Harry for brainwashing convinces General Anheiser of their sincerity, and they return to the base and eventually face Asmodeus and its army of brainwashed soldiers. Written by Dave Foster
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Plot Summary
In the year 2042, Earth is on the brink of war with an alien race. A lone marine, Lieutenant Drake, is sent on a perilous mission to infiltrate the alien mothership and plant a deadly virus. He must battle through hordes of extraterrestrial warriors and navigate the treacherous confines of the alien vessel to save humanity from extinction.
Critical Reception
Invader is a low-budget science fiction action film that received mixed to negative reviews upon its release. While some viewers appreciated its B-movie charm and action sequences, critics often cited its derivative plot, weak acting, and dated special effects as major drawbacks. It is generally considered a cult film within the genre, appreciated more for its genre elements than its cinematic quality.
What Reviewers Say
Offers passable action sequences for fans of 90s sci-fi.
Suffers from a predictable storyline and uninspired performances.
Visual effects are dated, even for its time.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and generally reflect a niche appreciation for its low-budget, action-oriented sci-fi premise, with some finding it entertainingly cheesy while others dismiss it as poor filmmaking.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in Romania, which was a common practice for low-budget American productions in the early 1990s to reduce costs.
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