Egg on your face..

Rating: 8/10 (23 June 2019)

The original. Where it all began. One of the greatest horrors of the 1970's. No not disco...
What was right about the film. The concept . An innocent situation in deep space that uses the idea that the universe may contain beings superior to humans. The Birds , Jaws and The Ring all play on this classic concept. The Acting . No flaws and the birth of the female hero by placing her against such a dire adversary even sexism could have cared less as long as she won. The direction. Almost perfect , save the inability to keep doors closed during shooting. The effects. After Kane's last supper , I am certain that many people skipped the jobsite cafe that monday.
What was wrong with the film. According to film executives : 1. Nothing happens in the first 15 minutes. Wrong. Nothing happens in the first 40 minutes. 2. There is no sex in it. True. If you ignore the 6'11 falic object killing every thing all movie long. But hey gotta love the alien's sneakers right? Adidas was all that in the late 70's.
If you have not seen this one you are likely from LV 426.
4 stars ( of 5)