The Alpha Incident
The Alpha Incident

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The Alpha Incident

1978
Movie
95 min
English

A microorganism from Mars, brought to Earth by a space probe, terrorizes passengers in a railroad office.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: David PaulsenGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of individuals are stranded in a remote, isolated research facility after a mysterious event. As they attempt to understand their predicament, they realize they are not alone, and a dangerous, unknown force is present. Paranoia and terror escalate as they fight for survival against an unseen enemy and their own crumbling sanity.

Critical Reception

The Alpha Incident, also known as 'The Had-It-Coming' or 'Bug', received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. It is often cited as a cult sci-fi horror film, appreciated more for its atmosphere and B-movie charm than its critical acclaim. While it has a dedicated niche following, it was largely overlooked by mainstream critics during its initial run, with many pointing to its low budget and occasionally uneven pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and build-up of tension.

  • Criticized for its dated special effects and sometimes convoluted plot.

  • Appreciated by cult film enthusiasts for its unique take on sci-fi horror.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this lesser-known film, but those available often highlight its effective suspense and creature-design, considering its B-movie origins. Some viewers found the plot a bit slow or confusing, while others enjoyed its eerie tone and isolationist theme.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a more serious science fiction drama but was retooled into a horror film during production due to budget constraints and market demands.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Now yes, this is awful - no budget, poor acting and visual effects from an early 1960's episode of "Dr. Who" - but it is not the worst of these beastie from outer space films I've ever seen. The gist - well an organism arrives on Earth, att...