The Man From Planet X
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Movie Reviews of The Man From Planet X
Movie Review: Classic '50s scifi
Summary: 5 Stars
Like another reviewer, I too was scared to the living daylights by this film. Born in 1951, I remember seeing it on a snow covered afternoon (probably during the same time I was exposed to Howard Hawks' "The Thing"). For months afterward, I had visions of looking behind my bed for the "Man from Planet X" (why he would visit me is beyond comprehension). However, to the movie itself: filmed in black and white, it is a strange film, more a mystery than a techno scifi thriller. It is a Brit film, which may explain the unique feel of the film. The alien's spacesuit is traditional for the early '50s (bubble helmet, backpack, etc. The use of "music" as an inter-planetary language is unique (Speilberg was perhaps influenced by this film in this respect re: close encounters). The spaceship also resembled the ship in "E.T.", so there might be some comparison here. If fact, both this film and E.T. center on the "misunderstanding" between two interplanetary cultures. Interesting. This film is great for its atmosphere of early '50s scifi and should not be missed. Although this might be pushing the point, the eventual discovery that the alien, although an unknown creature, was not a threat, had true resonance during the cold war. Highly recommended if you prefer atmosphere over special effects.Movie Review: Scared the living daylights outta me when I was six.
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't have time to write a lenghty treatise here, but this film was successful in scaring the living daylights out of me when I saw it in the theater as a six year old. I have to give it 5 stars because of the impact it had on me. Looking at it now as an adult, it seems almost comical. But it was effective then. Also, this is one of the first films (if not the first) with the theme of alien invasion. Important film in my life. It definitely is worth a look. This is a classic film of the sci-fi genre. Watch it and enjoy.Movie Review: A Real Suprise!
Summary: 5 Stars
A more interesting plot than one typically finds in this genre. Characters are generally more interesting. I find the female lead to be inadequate, tending to be overstated in several important scenes. The use of an obviously home built 6 inch Newtonian reflecting telescope assembled with plumbing fixtures didn't add to the credibility of the film. Generally entertaining, well written and directed, and for the most part, well acted. Well worth the price.Movie Review: planet x
Summary: 5 Stars
I have a good collection of classic sci-fi, horror movies from the past 80 years. The movie "Man from Planet X "was a great addition. I have never seen it before as a child or do not remember it.It really captures the mood and is filled with fog and takes place mostly at night.Overall, it is a must have for a alien invasion movie buff collectors.Movie Review: The Man From Planet X
Summary: 5 Stars
From the classic age of SciFi, no modern technology or computers.
This is the movie that I remember seeing as a kid, still has that "mysterious"
atmosphere that make it a true classic.