Thomas Smith: Alienman Smith
Thomas Smith: Alienman Smith

Thomas Smith: Alienman Smith

2009Movie0Dutch
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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users85%
Director: Thomas SmithGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

Thomas Smith, a down-on-his-luck accountant, discovers he has an extraterrestrial doppelganger, 'Alienman Smith,' who swaps places with him to experience Earth. Thomas must navigate the chaos of his mundane life while his alien counterpart causes intergalactic incidents, leading to hilarious misunderstandings and a race against time to set things right.

Critical Reception

Thomas Smith: Alienman Smith received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its unique premise and Smith's comedic performance. Some found the plot predictable, but audiences generally enjoyed the lighthearted sci-fi comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive concept and the lead actor's dual performance.
  • Lauded as a charming and funny take on the 'body-swap' and alien-on-Earth tropes.
  • Some critics found the narrative somewhat formulaic but appreciated its execution.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a delightful and funny experience, with many highlighting Thomas Smith's ability to portray both characters convincingly. The humor and heartwarming message were frequently cited as positives.

Fun Fact

Thomas Smith, who both wrote and directed the film, based the character of Alienman Smith on a recurring dream he had about an alien trying to understand human customs.

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