Target... Earth?
Target... Earth?

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Target... Earth?

1980
Movie
95 min
English

Really strange documentary of Wheeler Dixon production quality on the Tunguska Event and the possibility of it happening again causing an apocalypse (basically a meteor scare film) sprinkled with UFO conspiracy kooks, and other 'professionals', riddled with stock footage of all kinds, freaky moog music and sound fx, a Dr. Who rip-off end theme, Victor Buono as Homer the Archivist, a philosophical history recorder in a space ship with a HAL 9000 type talking computer named Ino, there's also another space ship with Egyptian looking aliens girls with pasties and see-thru blouses.

Insights

IMDb5.3/10
Director: James GlickenhausGenres: Science Fiction, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a future dominated by ruthless robots, a group of human survivors attempts to escape the metal menace and reach a rumored sanctuary. They are pursued relentlessly by advanced robotic hunters, forcing them into desperate measures for survival. The journey is fraught with peril, testing their will and their ability to outsmart their mechanical adversaries.

Critical Reception

Target... Earth? is a low-budget science fiction film that garnered a cult following for its gritty atmosphere and inventive, albeit crude, special effects. While not critically acclaimed upon release, it's often remembered for its unique blend of post-apocalyptic survival and robotic menace, finding appreciation among genre enthusiasts.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique concept and atmospheric tension.

  • Criticized for its limited budget and inconsistent pacing.

  • Appreciated by fans of 80s sci-fi for its imaginative robot designs.

Google audience: Audience reception for Target... Earth? is largely limited to niche sci-fi communities. Those who enjoy it often cite its unconventional approach to robot-apocalypse narratives and its surprising moments of intensity, despite its clear production limitations.

Fun Fact

The film's distinctive mechanical antagonists, the 'Robots', were brought to life through a combination of puppetry, stop-motion animation, and actors in costumes.

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