Galaxy High School
Doyle and Aimee, two Earthling students, are chosen to attend a high school in outer space (Aimee for being the #1 student, Doyle for being a failure) They befriend alien classmates and learn to get along with them, despite their differences.
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Plot Summary
In the 23rd century, a group of students from Earth are chosen to attend Galaxy High, a prestigious school for intergalactic teenagers. Among them are two average American high school students, Archie and Flunky, who must navigate alien customs, bizarre classes, and the dangers of space travel while trying to win the affections of the school's most popular girl, Roxy.
Critical Reception
Galaxy High School was a modest science fiction comedy that garnered a cult following over the years for its quirky humor and unique premise. While not a critical darling upon release, it's appreciated by fans for its imaginative world-building and memorable characters, embodying a specific brand of 1980s genre filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its imaginative and often bizarre alien designs and concepts.
- Noted for its earnest embrace of science fiction tropes with a lighthearted, comedic touch.
- Some found its humor and pacing to be uneven, characteristic of its time.
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Fun Fact
The film's writer and director, Alan Spencer, also created the cult classic TV show 'Sledge Hammer!', known for its similar satirical and over-the-top humor.
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