The Rewatch Party 146 - It Came From the Desert (2017)

In this episode of the Rewatch Party Podcast, we delve into the 2017 sci-fi action horror film, "It Came From the Desert." The movie is based on the popular 1980s video game of the same name and follows a group of motocross enthusiasts who uncover an alien invasion while racing through the desert. Our hosts Nick & Anthony set the scene, highlighting the film's nods to 1950s B-movie creature features and its use of practical effects. They share their initial thoughts and impressions on the film. As the story progresses, the group discusses the characters' motivations and actions, including the rivalry between the two main leads, Lukas and Brian. They also touch upon the film's pacing, tone, and the ways in which it subverts expectations. The conversation heats up as the group analyzes the film's special effects, including the practical creature designs and the use of CGI. They discuss how the filmmakers balanced the old-school aesthetic with modern techniques and how it added to the film's overall atmosphere. As the podcast draws to a close, our hosts give their final verdict on the movie, discussing its merits as a sci-fi horror movie and its place in the larger canon of creature features. They conclude with recommendations for fans of the genre and give their overall rating of the film.   https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4288674/