Mars Attacks! (1996)

★★★1/2

That’s right, after communicating with earth and a botched peace ceremony, the Martians of Mars decided to attack, raid, invade and destroy Earth and all it’s inhabitants. The story follows several people as they hopelessly try to fend themselves off from the Martians and their frightful technology. Tim Burton directs this big budget tribute to 50s sci-fi flicks and leads and all star cast in this funny, over the top look and two worlds fighting each other. The effects are cheesy, the Martians are unforgettable and there are so many twists that it leaves the ending grim but knee-slappingly funny.