The science fiction genre has been prevalent for decades, if not a century.
However, there are some that gain a cult following, such asEvent Horizon.
Here are the best underrated science fiction movies with a cult following.
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Another one of the best aspects of the film is the production design.
It serves as a remake of the 1958 film of the same name.
The highlight ofAttack of the 50 Ft. WomanisDaryl Hannah’s performance as Nancy.
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This level of fight choreography results in highly impactful hits, leading to very impressive fight scenes.
This helps present their cold, calculated nature in contrast to the human resistance.
The greatest innovation of the film is perhaps the interconnected story.
The greatest aspect ofHeavy Metalis the animation.
The opening scene involves an astronaut in a car in space driving down to Earth, animated in rotoscope.
In addition, many of the character designs are highly imaginative.
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This variety in designs further aids in the visual variety that makes up the film’s visual prowess.
Event Horizon features impressivespecial effects, especially the gore.
So, in that sense, it’s perhaps underappreciated amongst general audiences.
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The visuals are unforgettable.
There are many long, extended shots of the Soviet countryside.
It serves as an adaptation of the manga seriesBattle Angel Alitacreated byYukito Kishiro.
Alita: Battle Angelbenefits from impressive character designs, as each of the cyborgs are visually distinct.
It serves as an adaptation of the 1978 novel of the same name written byPaddy Chayefsky.
All of this comes together to makeAltered Statesthe best science fiction film that has a cult following.
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