Mars Attacks!
By Tim Burton
1996
Comedy / Fantasy
1h46
Synopsis
A fleet of Martian spacecraft surrounds the world's major cities and all of humanity waits to see if the extraterrestrial visitors have, as they claim, "come in peace." U.S. President James Dale receives assurance from science professor Donald Kessler that the Martians' mission is a friendly one. But when a peaceful exchange ends in the total annihilation of the U.S. Congress, military men call for a full-scale nuclear retaliation.
Community Reviews
Viewers find 'Mars Attacks!' a delightful blend of satire and sci-fi nostalgia, with Tim Burton's unique touch making it a visually engaging and humorously absurd critique of American culture. The star-studded cast delivers performances that oscillate between over-the-top and perfectly pitched, contributing to the film's cult status. While some appreciate its quirky, kitschy homage to 1950s sci-fi, others find it disjointed and overly bizarre, with its dated effects and chaotic narrative dividing opinions.
👍 Star-studded cast and satirical humor
👎 May feel disjointed and overly bizarre
