College good guy Joe is drawn into a battle to save the world from arch-enemy Ferris. Joe's heirloom pendant just happens to be the key to the staff that opens doors to the Crossworlds. When Laura shows up to check on the key and Ferris' goons begin their assaults, they run to semi-retired adventurer A.T. for help and guidance.
Acting
Rutger Hauer somehow commits to every ridiculous line.
Practical Effects
Charming jank — foam alien worlds and glowing plastic props.
Writing
Jack Black's Steve: peak 'what am I doing here' energy.
Director
Krishna Rao
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Krishna Rao's only feature as director; he went back to TV, possibly by choice.
Released months before The Fifth Element — one became iconic, the other became this.
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