Review of Damnation Alley (1977) by Adrian Z — 15 Jul 2011
3 - Far too simple post-apocalyptic road movie, sees some survivors travelling cross country in an armoured truck, and pretty much running into trouble each time they stop. There is no character development of any sort, just a sequence of more or random events (mutant cockroaches, storms, hillbillies, etc).
That said, for the nostalgic, it remains an entertaining slice of late 70s sci-fi, and as it pretty much plays out like a Saturday morning cartoon from the era, only in live action, should appeal to anyone who is currently in their 30s.
Other age groups beware! The special effects have not aged well, but the sky effects are still uniquely fantastic. So is Jerry Goldsmith's weird score, which blends orchestra and synths to great effect.
This review of Damnation Alley (1977) was written by Adrian Z on 15 Jul 2011.
Damnation Alley has generally received mixed reviews.
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