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Meet the Hollowheads
The Hollowheads are a strange, futuristic family that live in a Jetsons type world complete with many cool gadgets. Henry is hoping for a promotion at the slime factory in which he works and decides to bring his boss home for dinner and to meet the family. Henry's perverted boss doesn't know what he's up against when he tries to make advances with Mrs. Hollowhead
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Plot Summary
When the eccentric Hollowhead family arrives in a suburban neighborhood, their bizarre appearance and behavior immediately set them apart. Unbeknownst to the residents, the Hollowheads are actually aliens who have adopted human forms to hide their true nature. Their attempts to blend in are complicated by their unusual habits and a local bully who becomes suspicious of their strange ways.
Critical Reception
Meet the Hollowheads was met with a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot, low-budget special effects, and uneven humor. Audiences, however, found a certain cult appeal in its campy nature and unique premise, leading to its status as a quirky B-movie.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique, albeit low-budget, creature effects.
Criticized for a derivative plot and often unfunny gags.
Found enjoyment in its campy, B-movie aesthetic.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews and their consensus is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
The film's special effects, particularly the design of the Hollowhead family's true alien forms, were created by the renowned Stan Winston Studio.
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