We've got movie sign! (possibly very, very minor spoilers)
Hilarious from opening scene to closing credits. (Don't leave during the credits! The movie isn't over yet!) Even the in-between bits are great, despite Mike's cardboard acting.
"This Island Earth" really is a cheesy movie, which makes it perfect for MST3K; however, it's regarded as a classic for some reason, so it's even better for MST3K The Movie! And they destroy TIE so beautifully, it's hard to believe. The Brains made a good choice for their theatrical debut.
There are also some nice subtle extra touches in the movie. For example, the switch for the manipulator arm is labeled "MANOS". Yes, it's Spanish for hands, but lessee here, hmm, could it also reference "Manos: The Hands of Fate", widely regarded as one of the best episodes ever!? (I haven't seen 'Manos' yet, ironically.)
And why wouldn't they make fun of credits that are dark red on a black background, covered by random white dots? "So these are images from the Hubble?"
All in all, one of the funniest films ever. Watch it, before I send 'The Amazing RANDO!' after you!
Hilarious from opening scene to closing credits. (Don't leave during the credits! The movie isn't over yet!) Even the in-between bits are great, despite Mike's cardboard acting.
"This Island Earth" really is a cheesy movie, which makes it perfect for MST3K; however, it's regarded as a classic for some reason, so it's even better for MST3K The Movie! And they destroy TIE so beautifully, it's hard to believe. The Brains made a good choice for their theatrical debut.
There are also some nice subtle extra touches in the movie. For example, the switch for the manipulator arm is labeled "MANOS". Yes, it's Spanish for hands, but lessee here, hmm, could it also reference "Manos: The Hands of Fate", widely regarded as one of the best episodes ever!? (I haven't seen 'Manos' yet, ironically.)
And why wouldn't they make fun of credits that are dark red on a black background, covered by random white dots? "So these are images from the Hubble?"
All in all, one of the funniest films ever. Watch it, before I send 'The Amazing RANDO!' after you!