Zarkorr! The Invader
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Zarkorr! The Invader is a 1996 low-budget monster movie
produced by Full Moon Entertainment.
It was planned for a limited theatrical release, but was instead was made a direct-to-video
film.
(Torie Lynch), who says she is "a mental image projected into his brain" by the aliens. She explains that Zarkorr cannot be destroyed by weapons, but that the key to the monster's destruction lies within the monster itself. Tommy, chosen as an average human, is the one destined to fight Zarkorr, who is programmed to kill him. Tommy asks scientist Dr. Stephanie Martin (De'Prise Grossman) for advice about his mission, but everyone thinks he is crazy. He takes the scientist hostage, but manages to explain his predicament to one of the policemen, who believes him and helps him escape. Dr. Martin agrees to help him. Using computers belonging to a friend of hers, they establish that the monster, which is destroying city after city in the style of Godzilla
, neither sleeps nor breathes. Going to the place where the monster first appeared, they come into possession of a strange metallic capsule that fell out of the sky at the time the monster arrived. It is believed to be unopenable, but it opens by itself for Tommy as he touches it. He uses the top of the capsule as a shield, reflecting Zarkorr's laser rays back at him, and the monster dissolves into a small glowing sphere flying into space. Tommy is taken to hospital to recover; a TV reporter congratulates him for saving the world, and he jokes he might run for president.
Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes
reports that 13% of critics have given the film a positive review based out of 1 review, with an average rating of 1.3/5. There is currently no critical consensus on the website.
Monster movie
Monster movie is a name commonly given to movies, which centre on the struggle between human beings and one or more monsters...
produced by Full Moon Entertainment.
It was planned for a limited theatrical release, but was instead was made a direct-to-video
Direct-to-video
Direct-to-video is a term used to describe a film that has been released to the public on home video formats without being released in film theaters or broadcast on television...
film.
Synopsis
Intelligent aliens who have been studying Earth for centuries decide to challenge mankind by sending in a 185-foot, laser-eyed monster called Zarkorr to wreak city-crushing havoc. Only one incredibly average young man, postal worker Tommy Ward (Rhys Pugh), can find the beast's weakness and save the planet with the help of a 6-inch-tall pixiePixie
Pixies are mythical creatures of folklore, considered to be particularly concentrated in the areas around Devon and Cornwall, suggesting some Celtic origin for the belief and name.They are usually depicted with pointed ears, and often wearing a green outfit and pointed...
(Torie Lynch), who says she is "a mental image projected into his brain" by the aliens. She explains that Zarkorr cannot be destroyed by weapons, but that the key to the monster's destruction lies within the monster itself. Tommy, chosen as an average human, is the one destined to fight Zarkorr, who is programmed to kill him. Tommy asks scientist Dr. Stephanie Martin (De'Prise Grossman) for advice about his mission, but everyone thinks he is crazy. He takes the scientist hostage, but manages to explain his predicament to one of the policemen, who believes him and helps him escape. Dr. Martin agrees to help him. Using computers belonging to a friend of hers, they establish that the monster, which is destroying city after city in the style of Godzilla
Godzilla
is a daikaijū, a Japanese movie monster, first appearing in Ishirō Honda's 1954 film Godzilla. Since then, Godzilla has gone on to become a worldwide pop culture icon starring in 28 films produced by Toho Co., Ltd. The monster has appeared in numerous other media incarnations including video games,...
, neither sleeps nor breathes. Going to the place where the monster first appeared, they come into possession of a strange metallic capsule that fell out of the sky at the time the monster arrived. It is believed to be unopenable, but it opens by itself for Tommy as he touches it. He uses the top of the capsule as a shield, reflecting Zarkorr's laser rays back at him, and the monster dissolves into a small glowing sphere flying into space. Tommy is taken to hospital to recover; a TV reporter congratulates him for saving the world, and he jokes he might run for president.
Cast
| Person | Character |
|---|---|
| Franklin A. Vallette | Horrace |
| Don Yanan | Dunk |
| Peter Looney | Billy |
| Dyer McHenry | Al |
| Rhys Pugh (as Rees Christian Pugh) | Tommy Ward |
| Torie Lynch | Proctor |
| Stan Chambers Stan Chambers Stanley Holroyd Chambers is a retired American television reporter who worked for KTLA in Los Angeles from 1947 to 2010.... |
Stan |
| Elizabeth Anderson Elizabeth Anderson Elizabeth Anderson may refer to:* Elizabeth Garrett Anderson, , English physician and feminist, the first woman to gain a medical qualification in Britain*Liz Anderson , American singer-songwriter... |
herself |
| Robert Craighead | Marty Karlson |
| Dileen Nesson | Debby Dalverson |
| De'Prise Grossman | Stephanie Martin |
| Mary Ostow | Reporter |
| Jim Glassman | Stage Manager |
| Emmett Grennan | Crew Member |
| Mike Terner | Guard One |
| Robert J. Ferrelli | Guard Two |
| Ron Barnes Ron Barnes Charles Ronald Barnes was an English professional footballer. He played as a right winger.Born in Bolton, Lancashire, Barnes began his career as a junior with Blackpool, turning professional in May 1954... |
Larry Bates |
| Mark Hamilton Mark Hamilton Mark Hamilton may refer to:*Mark Hamilton , bass guitarist for the Northern Irish alternative rock band Ash*Mark Hamilton , American sprint canoer*Mark Hamilton , with UK rock band Quench... |
George Ray |
| Charles Schneider Charles Schneider Charles Schneider may refer to:* Charles Sumner Schneider, architect* Charles Conrad Schneider, civil engineer and bridge designer... |
Arthur |
| Bob Van Dusen | Winston Bergmann |
| Christopher Boyer | John Blake |
| William Knight William Knight William Knight is the name of:* Bill Knight, racing driver and speed record setter* Bill Knight , former Canadian Member of Parliament and financial executive* William Angus Knight , British writer, professor, and philosopher... |
Sheriff Rocker |
| Dave Richards Dave Richards Sir Dave Richards is the chairman of the FA Premier League, member of the Football Association 's Board, chairman of the FA's international committee, president of the European Professional Football Leagues organisation, chairman of UEFA's Professional Football Committee and former chairman of... |
Welles |
| Ben Ramsey Ben Ramsey Ben Ramsey was a Texas politician who served in a succession of offices during the mid-20th century. He served in both Houses of the Texas Legislature, as secretary of state, Lieutenant Governor, and as member of the Texas Railroad Commission.Ramsey was born on December 28, 1903 in San Augustine,... (as Ben 'Killa' Ramsey) |
Quincy |
| Steven Novak | State Trooper |
| R. Allan Bexton | Doctor |
| John Paul Fedele | Zarkorr (uncredited) |
Reused Footage
Like most low-budget films, they are usually made independently, so is this film. The film reuses some footage and the model of a city from Richard Elfman's 1994 film Shrunken Heads.[1] As a result, Zarkorr, the monster, does not appear in the film very often, and the cities the monster destroys always look similar.[1]Critical Reception
Zarkorr! The Invader received negative reviews from critics, but has a cult following who tend to praise the monster Zarkorr, but not the movie as a whole.Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes
Rotten Tomatoes is a website devoted to reviews, information, and news of films—widely known as a film review aggregator. Its name derives from the cliché of audiences throwing tomatoes and other vegetables at a poor stage performance...
reports that 13% of critics have given the film a positive review based out of 1 review, with an average rating of 1.3/5. There is currently no critical consensus on the website.
External links
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