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Hotet från yttre rymden
Jack Hamrin is a young journalist doing his best to keep his job at the local paper. In his desperate hunt for a scoop he begins writing about rumored flying saucers, UFOs. The Swedish Security Service, SÄPO, try to stop his articles, and Jack understands he's on to something big. He puts everything on the line, trying to stop the imminent invasion of Norrköping
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Plot Summary
A group of Swedish citizens find themselves trapped in an isolated village when an extraterrestrial threat descends upon Earth. As the aliens begin to hunt them down, the survivors must band together to find a way to escape and potentially fight back against the invaders.
Critical Reception
Hotet från yttre rymden received a mixed to negative reception. While some praised its ambition and attempts at creating a suspenseful sci-fi horror experience on a limited budget, many critics pointed to its predictable plot, underdeveloped characters, and uneven pacing as significant drawbacks. The film struggled to gain widespread distribution and critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
A low-budget sci-fi horror with some atmospheric moments.
Suffers from a derivative plot and predictable scares.
Despite a few compelling scenes, it ultimately falls short of its potential.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around the town of Grängesberg in Dalarna, Sweden, utilizing local landscapes to create the isolated setting.
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