Underappreciated

Rating: 8/10 (28 May 2000)

This movie may not be what hard core SF fans or critics wanted to see in the Alien series. But nevertheless it is a very good film.
Jeunet -- and the producers in choosing him as a director -- found the funny elements in the Alien saga and made a mostly bizarre sci-fi comedy. Well, it is not the kind of comedy Chevy Chase may stand for. It is a distinctly European kind of humour in the mold of Monty Python.
It would be a mistake to give anything away concerning scenes but be aware of some really, really good laughs that will stuck in your throat. Jeunets satire reminds one of the pictures of Hieronymus Bosch, either you like it or not. Oh, and be aware that Jeunet does not need as much "shock" scenes like previous directors but uses much more graphic violence and splatter effects.
Another thing: With all its gross humour the film delivers some of the most endearing and emotional scenes ever in a sci-fi flic.