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Content Source: OztixMars Attacks! at Revival House Perth
Experience Tim Burton's gloriously bonkers 1996 sci-fi comedy that proves sometimes the best defense against alien invasion is a really good sense of humor. When flying saucers appear over major cities worldwide, humanity's attempts at peaceful first contact quickly turn into a globe-spanning war against bug-eyed Martians whose idea of diplomacy involves ray guns and brain transplants.
Burton's all-star ensemble cast includes Jack Nicholson in a dual role as both the bumbling President of the United States and a sleazy Las Vegas developer, while Glenn Close shines as the First Lady whose social climbing continues even during the apocalypse. Pierce Brosnan brings British charm to a scientist whose romantic pursuits prove more dangerous than Martian death rays.
Burton's anarchic direction lovingly parodies both 1950s B-movies and modern disaster films, creating spectacular destruction sequences that are simultaneously thrilling and hilarious. The Martians themselves, with their exposed brains and maniacal laughter, become iconic villains whose sheer malevolence is matched only by their cartoon-like absurdity.
Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael J. Fox, Annette Bening, and Danny DeVito round out the stellar cast as various humans trying to survive the invasion through methods ranging from heroic to hilariously misguided. The film's gleeful destruction of landmarks and politicians creates dark comedy that celebrates the resilience of ordinary people.
Based on the cult trading card series, this is pure Burton madness filtered through a love of classic sci-fi schlock.
Presented on authentic 35mm film for the true cinematic experience!
When: Sunday, November 2nd at 4:15 PM
Where: Revival House Perth
Rating: M - Science fiction violence and dark comedy
A beautifully destructive romp that proves love conquers all - even Martians with really big brains - essential viewing that reminds us to embrace the absurd when faced with the impossible.