The Phoenix
The Phoenix is a 1982 television series starring Judson Scott which was on ABC for about one month. The plot revolved around an ancient extraterrestrial named Bennu of the Golden Light, who is discovered in a sarcophagus in Peru and awakened in the 20th Century. The series was first seen on a TV-movie on April 26, 1981.
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Plot Summary
A mysterious and powerful extraterrestrial woman crash-lands on Earth and finds herself pursued by a ruthless U.S. senator who wants to harness her abilities for his own dark purposes. With the help of a cynical but determined detective, she must evade capture and find a way to return home before her pursuer can exploit her powers for global domination.
Critical Reception
The Phoenix received a mixed to negative reception from critics, often being criticized for its derivative plot and underdeveloped characters, though some acknowledged its ambitious visual effects for the time.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its ambitious sci-fi premise and visual effects.
- Criticized for a convoluted plot and uneven pacing.
- Brigitte Nielsen's performance was noted, though often overshadowed by script weaknesses.
Google audience: Audience reception is largely unavailable or mixed, with some viewers appreciating the early 80s sci-fi aesthetic and others finding it dated and uninspired.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a television pilot for a potential series.
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