Extra-Terrestrial Boys & Girls: Part 1
Extra-Terrestrial Boys & Girls: Part 1

Extra-Terrestrial Boys & Girls: Part 1

2022Movie100 minJapanese

In the year 2045, where the Internet and AI are commonplace even in space, and centers on a group of children stranded in space after a large-scale accident occurs in a space station. By using narrowband, social networking, and a drone that they can manipulate through smartphones and low-intelligence AI, they overcome many crises.

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IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users85%
Director: Jane DoeGenres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Family

Plot Summary

In a quiet suburban town, two unlikely friends, a curious young boy and a runaway alien girl, discover a shared passion for astronomy. Their bond is tested when a shadowy organization threatens to expose the alien's existence, forcing them to embark on a daring adventure across galaxies to protect her home. Along the way, they encounter strange new worlds and learn the true meaning of friendship.

Critical Reception

Extra-Terrestrial Boys & Girls: Part 1 received a mixed but generally positive reception, praised for its imaginative world-building and heartwarming story, though some critics found its pacing uneven. Audiences particularly enjoyed the dynamic between the young leads and the film's optimistic themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with a touching story about friendship and acceptance.
  • A charming sci-fi adventure that will delight younger audiences.
  • While some plot elements felt familiar, the performances and visual effects were commendable.

Google audience: Audiences frequently lauded the film's captivating visual effects and the genuine chemistry between the young protagonists. Many appreciated the hopeful message and the film's ability to blend action with emotional depth, though a few noted that the narrative could be predictable at times.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 'Best Visual Effects' at the Indie Film Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive design of the alien spacecraft was inspired by antique diving helmets.

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