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5.6 | / 10 |
Users | 0.0 | |
Reviewer | 3.5 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
Horror | 100% |
Sci-Fi | Insignificant |
Video codec: MPEG-4 AVC
Video resolution: 1080p
Aspect ratio: 1.85:1
Original aspect ratio: 1.78:1
English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0 Mono (48kHz, 24-bit)
BDInfo
English SDH
Blu-ray Disc
Single disc (1 BD)
Region A (B, C untested)
Movie | 2.5 | |
Video | 4.5 | |
Audio | 3.5 | |
Extras | 1.0 | |
Overall | 3.5 |
A full decade after the release of 1979’s “Alien,” and producer Roger Corman was still in the business of ripping it off. The concept of a malevolent beast from beyond attacking characters in a confined space gave director Ridley Scott a classic movie, but Corman views “Alien” as an unlimited resource, with 1989 “The Terror Within” another knock-off from his company. To be fair to the Hollywood legend, the feature does take place on Earth, and the creature causing all the trouble is a mutant, but the rest of the effort is the same old xenomorph-ian stuff, this time finding Andrew Stevens in the hero role, taking on a grotesque beast who enjoys killing survivors of a deadly plague. The villain also does other stuff to the locals, which manages to drain any possible fun factor out of this incredibly dull endeavor.
The AVC encoded image (1.85:1 aspect ratio) presentation for "The Terror Within" provides a brighter viewing experience for the low-budget endeavor. Location work in the Mojave Desert provides vivid greenery and deep distances. Skin particulars are clear, surveying age on the actors, and makeup achievements are equally appreciable, especially with rubbery monster shots. Interior decoration retains detail, along with fibrous costuming. Decoration is also explored, securing distinct primaries with computer panels and equipment. Skintones are natural. Delineation is precise. Grain is heavy and film-like. Source is in excellent condition.
The 2.0 DTS-HD MA sound mix for "The Terror Within" offers a basic listening event for a production that wasn't too attentive to any sort of sonic nuance. Some sibilance issues are present, and age-related issues are generally brief. Dialogue exchanges are clear, capturing excitable thespian choices. Scoring supports as necessary, with acceptable instrumentation. Sound effects are louder, making monster visits appropriately intense.
"The Terror Within" is unpleasant at times, leaning on shock value to make through an uninspired script. It's periodically gory, and there's the central image of the mutant rampaging through the facility, but Corman keeps the production on a tight leash, and Notz doesn't try to subvert expectations, making sure the feature remains as routine as possible, transforming a post-apocalyptic game of death into B-movie sameness.
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