Cast
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Randy Quaid
as Mark Devereaux
Margaret Colin
as Sara Brody
Anita Morris
as Dr. Jane
John Philbin
as Donny
Ronny Cox
as The President
Rob Schneider
as Voyeur Martian
O-Lan Jones
as Stupid Medley Martian
Gerrit Graham
as Stan Garrett
Nicky Katt
as Hippie
Barry Sobel
as Main Martian 1
Vic Dunlop
as Main Martian 2
Lee Arenberg
as Newsroom Martian
Crew
Director
- David Odell
Producer
- Michael D. Pariser
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Martians Go Home explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director David Odell brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1989, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Martians Go Home took approximately 16 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 118 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 64 unique compositions.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 6 months to complete.
- The costume department created over 444 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 1989, when this film was released:
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 1, 1989
- Runtime: 1h 29m