Movie spotlight
The Day Time Ended
Deep in the desert, a rural American family is forced to endure a night of inter-dimensional, extra terrestrial terror when a UFO appears over their home.
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Plot Summary
A family encounters a mysterious extraterrestrial artifact that warps time and space around their remote ranch. As bizarre phenomena occur and a UFO appears, they must confront the unknown and its potential dangers. The family struggles to survive and comprehend the otherworldly forces at play.
Critical Reception
The Day Time Ended is a cult classic science fiction film that gained a following for its unique premise and visual effects, particularly for its era. While often overshadowed by other sci-fi films of the 1980s, it is appreciated by fans for its ambition and eerie atmosphere.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its ambitious visual effects and creative creature designs.
Criticized for its slow pacing and sometimes nonsensical plot.
A unique and somewhat unsettling viewing experience for genre fans.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available tend to highlight the film's dated special effects while acknowledging its cult status and interesting, if flawed, sci-fi concepts.
Fun Fact
The film's special effects, including the UFO and various creatures, were created by Doug Drexler, who would later work on notable sci-fi franchises like Star Trek.
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