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Guys from Mars
Black comedy about the routine of a large corporation, producing chocolate bars. The claustrophobic office space and its dwellers are part of a funny and grotesque picture. The main character, young man from the marketing department, tries to find his stolen car with the help of militia and head of a local gang. He confronts a chaotic life of a small provincial town outside his office, trying to guess its laws. As a result, he fails to fulfill the task of his American boss, and finds his Ford painted and rebuilt as a street-racer's car. Of course, his personal life also changes...
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Plot Summary
A trio of aspiring filmmakers who are giant fans of sci-fi movies decide to make their own alien invasion film. However, their plans take a bizarre turn when they discover that aliens are actually real and have already infiltrated Earth, disguised as regular people.
Critical Reception
The film received a limited release and garnered mixed to negative reviews, with many critics pointing to its low-budget production and uneven comedic tone. While some appreciated its quirky premise and attempts at satire, others found it to be amateurish and lacking in cohesive storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique, meta-commentary on filmmaking and sci-fi tropes.
Criticized for its low production values and often juvenile humor.
The plot was seen as meandering and not fully capitalizing on its initial premise.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Guys from Mars' is largely unavailable through public Google user reviews. However, the few available comments often highlight the film's cult appeal among certain fans of independent and low-budget sci-fi comedies, while others express disappointment with its execution.
Fun Fact
Scott Dikkers, the director and one of the stars, is also the co-founder of The Onion and served as its Editor-in-Chief for many years, bringing a satirical sensibility to the film.
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