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Bad Taste (1987)

"Watch out Aliens... here comes Derek!"

6.319871h 31mEN
ActionComedyHorrorScience Fiction

Directed by Peter Jackson

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 31m

Language

EN

Release

December 1, 1987

Director

Peter Jackson

Official Trailer

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Overview

A team from the intergalactic fast food chain Crumb's Crunchy Delights descends on Earth, planning to make human flesh the newest taste sensation. After they wipe out the New Zealand town Kaihoro, the country’s Astro-Investigation and Defense Service (AIaDS) is called in to deal with the problem. Th...

Cast

Terry Potter

Terry Potter

Ozzy / 3rd Class Alien

Pete O'Herne

Pete O'Herne

Barry / 3rd Class Alien

Craig Smith

Craig Smith

Giles / 3rd Class Alien

Mike Minett

Mike Minett

Frank / 3rd Class Alien

Peter Jackson

Peter Jackson

Derek / Robert

Doug Wren

Doug Wren

Alien Leader

Peter Vere-Jones

Peter Vere-Jones

Alien Leader (voice)

Ken Hammon

Ken Hammon

3rd Class Alien

Robin Griggs

Robin Griggs

3rd Class Alien

Michael Gooch

Michael Gooch

3rd Class Alien

Peter Gooch

Peter Gooch

3rd Class Alien

Laurie Yarrall

Laurie Yarrall

3rd Class Alien

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bad Taste (1987), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A team from the intergalactic fast food chain Crumb's Crunchy Delights descends on Earth, planning to make human flesh the newest taste sensation. After they wipe out the New Zealand town Kaihoro, the country’s Astro-Investigation and Defense Service (AIaDS) is called in to deal with the problem. Things are complicated due to Giles, an aid worker who comes to Kaihoro the same day to collect change from the residents. He is captured by the aliens, and AIaDS stages a rescue mission that quickly becomes an all-out assault on the aliens’ headquarters.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bad Taste. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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