Lifeforce and Species

Friday Night Frightfest

This week on Friday Night Frightfest, we’re exploring the terrifying concept of alien parasites with two sci-fi horror classics: Lifeforce (1985) and Species (1995).

Lifeforce (1985)
Directed by Tobe Hooper, Lifeforce tells the story of a space mission to Halley’s Comet that unearths a terrifying alien species that feeds on human life energy. When the aliens arrive on Earth, they unleash a wave of chaos and terror, leaving a trail of drained and lifeless victims in their wake.

Species (1995)
Directed by Roger Donaldson, Species explores the arrival of a genetically engineered alien on Earth. This seductive and deadly creature seeks a mate to continue its species, and it quickly becomes apparent that she poses a significant threat to human existence.

Join us as we dissect these two iconic sci-fi horrors, discussing their special effects, their exploration of alien sexuality, and their enduring impact on the genre. We’ll also delve into the social and cultural anxieties reflected in these films, such as the fear of the unknown and the dangers of scientific tampering.

Spoilers Start around 7:10.