Review of Strange Invaders (1983) by Tim S — 19 Nov 2015
Strange Invaders is a more modern nod (1983 modern, that is) to classic sci-fi films like Invasion of the Body Snatchers from director Michael Laughlin, who also directed the film Strange Behavior. It was to be the second part of a trilogy of "Strange" films, but only two were ever made.
The film itself is technically good, but fails in pace and story. The performances aren't much better either, specifically from Paul Le Mat and Diana Scarwid, the former of which is a total flatline and the latter is just terrible with her delivery.
Louise Fletcher does her job pretty well and Nancy Allen is, well, Nancy Allen, like she is in everything, but not bad. It's an admirable attempt, and sort of succeeds, but it's mostly boring.
The special effects are pretty good, and it's shot pretty well, but sadly not as exciting as I'd hope it would be. Good effort though.
This review of Strange Invaders (1983) was written by Tim S on 19 Nov 2015.
Strange Invaders has generally received mixed reviews.
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