Judith R
Plan 9 From Outer Space is one of those films that even though how bad it is you keep on watching to see how it ends. The film contains very poor effects and acting that has you question the budget of the film. Some of the effects are really poor that it makes somewhat funny like the cockpit of the Pilots and the dummies used for the dead bodies of the men from the cemetery. Most of the sets of the scenes in the film look like they were rushed and made day of. Even some of the dialogue of the film was written poorly. I’d say some of the scenes could have been written out better because there are scenes that are very obvious of how the character could’ve easily avoided the conflict or where the plot just seemed too forced. The film had the plenty of inconsistencies that somewhat made it confusing to understand but overall it was entertaining to watch. The mix of the bad effects with the plot of aliens resurrecting the dead to scare humans was what made it interesting. It was very different to see aliens, vampires, and zombies all mixed into one movie. Now it’s usually just films based on one or the other but to have all three Sci-Fi characters into one film made it very interesting. I think I would recommend this film because it definitely opens them to a new perspective on different kinds of films.
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Rated 3 out of 5 stars
12/21/24
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Kelly A
There's a special kind of charm in a film so strange and unusual as this film. Although the film has built quite a reputation for itself as one of the worst films ever made, that label simply just does not do this film justice. For all it horrible acting, cringe special effects, and almost nonsensical plot, Plan 9 has a unique allure that keeps the viewers coming back every time. In a strange way, it feels like a warm, comforting hug from a cinema’s most unappreciated underdog.
The film's story about aliens reviving the dead to prevent humanity from creating a doomsday weapon sounds like a pretty straightforward plot, but the execution was so insane and so poor that it makes the plot and storyline that much better. The movie features fascinating props such as cardboard gravestones and very obvious invisible strings make the film unintentionally hilarious. The unintentional humor, coupled with the nostalgic charm of the 50s sci-fi fascination, creates an atmosphere that feels oddly familiar and enjoyable.
As mentioned earlier, Plan 9 serves as a comfort film for many, and to no surprise. Its imperfections create a sense of nostalgia, reminding watchers of a time when moviemaking wasn’t dominated by polished businesses, but by genuine love for cinema and big dreamers. Watching it feels like gathering with friends to poke fun at its quirks while appreciating the sincerity behind this underdog film. Again, Plan 9 transcends its reputation as a bad movie, and becomes so much more than that.
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
12/20/24
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Avery C
I remember watching Plan 9 from Outer Space when I was younger because my grandparents showed it to me, and when we first watched this in class I had an eerie feeling that I’ve seen it before, but I didn’t remember much about it until I rewatched it now. Seeing it again after all these years made me realize it wasn’t as great as I’d imagined. Don't get me wrong this movie is a lot of fun to watch, especially as a 1950s sci-fi flick. I’d definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys old-school, sciencey classics because it only gets more interesting as it goes on. As a cult classic, this movie has its charm. The dialogue is bad, the acting is stiff, and the effects are hilariously bad—like, “so bad, it’s good” territory. There were parts where I couldn’t help but laugh, even though it clearly wasn’t supposed to be funny. That said, it’s not totally my thing with the execution feeling a tad all over the place with the bad dialogue and stiff acting. The story itself is wild. It starts with a UFO shaking up a plane, then shifts to resurrected dead people causing chaos in a cemetery. A detective ignores all warnings and gets himself killed, only to be turned into a giant zombie. By the end, there’s a showdown between humans and aliens, a spaceship explodes, and that’s it. I’m not sure if I would watch this movie again but I would say I enjoyed a small part of it.
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Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars
12/19/24
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Derick J
*Plan 9 From Outer Space* is the *ultimate* so-bad-it’s-good movie. Directed by Ed Wood, it’s about aliens trying to stop humans from creating a doomsday weapon by reanimating corpses—yeah, the plot makes zero sense. But that’s part of the charm! The special effects are hilariously awful (you can *see* the strings on the flying saucers), the acting is wooden, and the dialogue feels like it was written by an alien who doesn’t understand humans. Bela Lugosi is technically in it, but most of his scenes are done by a stand-in awkwardly covering his face with a cape because Lugosi had already passed away. It’s so absurdly bad that it’s impossible not to have fun watching it. If you love cheesy sci-fi and laughing at cinematic disasters, this one is legendary. Perfect for a late-night watch with friends and plenty of snacks!
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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
12/07/24
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Ortiz S
this film is often called the worst movie ever made—and honestly, it’s hard to argue. It’s got terrible acting, nonsensical dialogue, laughable special effects, and a plot so absurd that it borders on genius. But somehow, all of this adds up to a film that’s bizarrely entertaining and utterly unforgettable.
the story is... well, calling it “a story” is generous. Aliens decide humanity is too dangerous to live because we’re on the brink of developing a doomsday weapon, so they enact Plan 9—resurrecting the dead to scare us into submission. Why the aliens thought zombies would be the best way to stop us is a mystery that’s never explained, but honestly, it’s not even close to the weirdest thing in this movie.the cast is a mix of wooden performances and over-the-top ridiculousness. Bela Lugosi (in footage shot before his death) plays a silent, cape-waving ghoul who’s spliced into the movie in the most hilariously awkward ways, with a stand-in who looks nothing like him filling in for the rest of the film. Vampira creeps around in her iconic gothic getup but doesn’t say a word, while Tor Johnson, a Swedish wrestler turned actor, grunts his way through the role of a zombified police inspector.
And then there’s the dialogue. Oh, the dialogue. It’s clunky, repetitive, and often nonsensical. Lines like, “Future events such as these will affect you in the future,” and “All you of Earth are idiots!” have become iconic for all the wrong reasons. The script feels like it was written in one sitting, with no second draft or proofreading involved. the special effects are a whole other level of bad. The flying saucers? They’re obviously toy models dangling from visible strings. The graveyard set looks like it was slapped together in someone’s backyard, with cardboard tombstones that wobble when someone walks by. And don’t even get me started on the day-to-night continuity issues—it’s like Ed Wood forgot that time exists.
Rated 2.5/5 Stars •
Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars
12/04/24
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Maximiliano A
After finishing this film I sort of was perplexed on what the purpose of the movie was or what it signified. All I remember well was just flying saucers coming over the skies of Hollywood Blvd. , and aliens coming form another planet landing in the San Fernando Valley.
What I would say I noticed about this film is it took place not too far of from the time of the movie Casablanca yet it was not as appealing as Casablanca. Both movies had similarities such as long Camera scenes between cuts , long dialogue , and not very different settings of each scene. I think what made this film not so interesting was the fact that the dialogue did not really stir up any drama or had much progressiveness. Sure as the main characters kept talking there was a buildup of a flying saucer landing on earth and then it slowly catching fire after the characters find "alien people" inside of it yet the acting wasn't so good either regarding emotions. Such as when the Vampire lady creeped up on the policemen or when Dan Clay was dead and holding up the lady , the officers were not as distraught as they should have been. Another scene with this exact moment had to be when the aliens were fighting with one of the investigators of the flying saucer and it looked way too cheesy. Maybe because the movie was old and it was not as advanced as todays film editing but come on now , while they were fighting there were about four other people in the room who could have broken up the fight yet no one intervened which gave me , as an audience member , the idea that the issue is not as big as the movie portrayed it to be. The bad acting and lack of logical sensibility ruined it for me.
If you do happen to view this movie , make sure you are 100 percent focused on trying to understand what the movie is based on or else you will become lost like me.
Rated 1.5/5 Stars •
Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars
12/03/24
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