Invasion
Invasion

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Invasion

2005
Movie
3 min
English

A soldier lands on an island and storms it. Only finding it defended by sheep and one old shepherd he claims it on behalf of his king and country. The shepherd though, doesn't seem that bothered and is happy just to see where it goes.

Insights

IMDb5.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users58%
Director: Olatunde OsunsanmiGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of strangers wake up in a locked-down hospital with no memory of how they got there. As they try to piece together their pasts, they discover they are victims of an alien abduction. They must band together to escape before the aliens return to finish their sinister experiment.

Critical Reception

The film received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and lack of originality. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with many finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the alien abduction genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric tension and some suspenseful moments.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and uninspired alien designs.

  • Commented on the film's reliance on familiar genre tropes without adding anything new.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally found 'Invasion' to be a passable sci-fi thriller, with some appreciating the creepy atmosphere. However, many felt the story was too similar to other abduction films and lacked a unique hook to make it truly memorable.

Fun Fact

The film's director, Olatunde Osunsanmi, would later go on to direct episodes of popular television shows like 'The Vampire Diaries' and 'Sleepy Hollow'.

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