Alien Terror
Alien Terror

Alien Terror

1971Movie90 minSpanish

Near the end of the 19th century, Prof. John Mayer and his assistant, the scientist Dr. Isabel Reed, accidentally invent a powerful ray. An alien travels to Earth to destroy the machine since it would be a threat to the universe. He initially possesses the mind of Thomas, a sex maniac and serial killer, to get close to Mayer during the demonstration of the machine to scientists and the military. Mayer's niece, Laura, meets an acquaintance of her uncle, the chemist Dr. Paul Rosten, and Mayer invites him to join the research. When Thomas gets close to Mayer, the alien also possesses his mind in order to destroy the device and his notes. Meanwhile, Thomas is not able to control his murderous impulses and attacks several women with a straight razor.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Kihachi OkamotoGenres: Horror, Sci-Fi, Mystery

Plot Summary

A group of scientists working on a secret government project involving alien specimens find themselves targeted by a mysterious killer. As the death toll rises, they must uncover the killer's identity and motive before they all fall victim to the unfolding terror. The investigation leads them into a conspiracy involving extraterrestrial life and human greed.

Critical Reception

Alien Terror, also known as 'The Human Vengeance', received a mixed to negative reception upon its release, particularly outside of Japan. Critics often pointed to its convoluted plot and a reliance on cheap scares and gore over genuine suspense. However, some appreciated its attempts at blending science fiction and horror elements with a noir-like mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a muddled narrative that struggles to connect its sci-fi and horror aspects.
  • While aiming for suspense, the execution often falls flat, relying on predictable twists.
  • Some viewers found the creature design and atmospheric moments to be a minor highlight.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Alien Terror are scarce, but those available often cite confusion regarding the plot's many twists and turns. Some found the film's pacing to be uneven, leading to a less engaging viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film was originally released in Japan as 'The Human Vengeance' (人間犯 विधे) and later re-edited and dubbed for international release under the title 'Alien Terror', often with altered footage and a different narrative emphasis.

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