Hick Trek
Hick Trek

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Hick Trek

1999
Movie
60 min
English

In this Star Trek parody, a group of interstellar hicks battle alien space cats.

Insights

IMDb3.6/10
Director: Kevin VanHookGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi, Parody

Plot Summary

A low-budget science fiction parody, 'Hick Trek' follows a group of misfit space travelers on a mission to explore the galaxy. Their ship, the 'USS Farmer', is as ramshackle as its crew, leading to a series of absurd encounters and bizarre discoveries across various planets. The film satirizes classic sci-fi tropes with a distinctly rural and comedic sensibility.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Hick Trek' was met with generally negative reviews, often cited as a campy and amateurish attempt at science fiction parody. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating its low-brow humor and B-movie charm, while others found it lacking in production value and comedic substance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its earnest, if unpolished, attempt at spoofing sci-fi.

  • Criticized for its low production values and uneven humor.

  • Considered a cult oddity rather than a mainstream success.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Hick Trek' is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly shot on a very tight budget, contributing to its distinctive lo-fi aesthetic and B-movie feel.

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