Overview"Alien Nation: Millennium" is a 1996 sci-fi tv film directed by Kenneth Johnson. The film is influenced by the original Alien Nation television series from the late 80s. It is in fact the 2nd in a series of five tv movies made to continue the story after the initial television series was cancelled.
PlotThe story of "Alien Nation: Millennium" unfolds in a universe where Earth has actually been shared by people and Tenctonese - an alien race called "Newcomers" who were slaves to another alien race, but their ship crashed on Earth leading to their flexibility. The film stars Gary Graham and Eric Pierpoint, who repeat their functions as Detective Sergeant Matt Sikes adjusted to deal with Det. George Francisco (a Tenctonese).
The movie's plot revolves around a mystical cult that causes discontent within the Newcomer community. This cult was practicing a routine from their house planet, which developed into a deadly afflict on Earth. Detectives Sikes and Francisco need to decipher the secret behind the cult and stop the dispersing pester. Characters from the original series, such as Cathy Frankel (a Newcomer and Sike's love interest, played by Terri Treas), child Emily (Lauren Woodland), and partner Susan (Michele Scarabelli), likewise play significant functions.
The story of "Alien Nation: Millennium" explores the subject of cultural assimilation when handling the issues that arise when Newcomers try to adapt to life on Earth. It likewise emphasizes the styles of friendship and cooperation regardless of distinctions, a nod towards dissuading discrimination.
Reception and Aftermath"Alien Nation: Millennium" managed to continue the surreal yet fascinating combination of science fiction and detective drama, enabling fans to revisit the Alien Nation universe fleetingly. It uses allegory to bring attention to real-world social issues about race and discrimination. The chemistry in between the leading stars, Gary Graham and Eric Pierpoint, is quite impressive and contributes in making the film memorable for audiences.
The movie got combined to positive evaluations from critics, with a lot of lauding the film's thematic depth and the exceptional performances delivered by the leading cast. Some critics felt that the narrative intermittently dragged due to its heavy reliance on the series continuity, making it a complicated seeing experience for those unfamiliar with the program.
After "Alien Nation: Millennium", 3 more movie adaptations followed: "Alien Nation: The Enemy Within" (1996), "Alien Nation: The Udara Legacy" (1997), and "Alien Nation: Body and Soul" (1995). These movies extended the story ahead and preserved the intriguing juxtaposition of alien sci-fi with metropolitan, gritty cop-drama.
In conclusion, "Alien Nation: Millennium" is a seminal piece for the fans of the original series, providing a sentimental ride instilled with social commentary. Even to the strange viewer, the film provides an intriguing mix of sci-fi and criminal activity examination, making it worth watching.
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