Outland (1981) Movie Review - See You, Space Cowboy
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- Опубликовано: 6 окт 2024
- On a mining rig upon Jupiter's moon Io, a classic frontier scenario plays out. Miners go insane, the body count rises, and one man must be manly enough to set things right. Fortunately, that man is Sean Connery.
"I'm unpleasant, not stupid" is a great line.
I honestly love Outland. Watch it everytime i Marathon the Alien series (as in Alien 1 to 3) right between Alien and Aliens. Something like Outland was really needed. The Alien is supposed to be really friggin rare. So rare in fact Weyland Yutani is willing to spend billions to get their hands on a single specimen. Yet Ripley encounters them every fortnight. So i enjoy a movie in that universe where the Alien just isn't there. Makes it have more of an impact once it does inevitably show up again.
It's also proper science fiction without the fantasy. No ray guns or space planes zooming around. Gave it a gritty, real-world feel.
Yeah, this movie absolutely takes place in the "Alien" universe. That's my headcanon, and I am sticking to it.
Yeh tbh it doesn’t feel like a rip off of Alien, it feels like another story in that world. Would be awesome to have seen alien expand like that. Could almost be a (early) black mirror type set up
Loved this film. RIP Sean connery passed on halloween 2020.
He didnt pass away, he just made a very convincing disguise as a corpse. He is an actor after all.
Destined to be a Futurama head in a jar.
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@@KamiRecca Indeed. He is NOT dead. "Highlander" was a documentary disguised as a fantasy film, and he really IS immortal. He's just waiting for the right number of generations to pass before he can reappear as someone new.
He was 90 years old when he passed. He lived a long life.
It's quite literally a remake of "High Noon" with Connery in the Gary Cooper role. And I think it's excellently done and entertaining as hell. The great Frances Sternhagen, who passed away recently, is awesome as the doctor.
I'd want Lazarus as my doctor. No BS, no fluff, everything straightforward and upfront. Tells it like it is.
Yep, one of the main difference is that instead of outlaws from the Marshall's past coming after him it's hitmen called in by the Mayor for threatening his gravy train.
It may not be considered Connery's best performance, but the scene of him talking on the communicator with his kid while trying not to have a breakdown is my favorite bit of acting from him.
This is a fantastic and tragically underrated movie! But this is NOT a knock off off Aliens, but High Noon in space!
Dr O'Niel is an awesome character.
IT's kinda both. It's using Alien's aesthetic to rip off High Noon.
The two aren't mutually exclusive
Exactly...love the channel disappointined in the miss...
Agreed.
However, fans have theorized that it takes place in the same universe as Alien.
And the company is a different bransch of Weiland Yutani.
This movie was so awesome back when I was a youngster. Was in high school and just blown away cause SPACE WESTERN! Totally over looked and forgotten classic. Thanks for reviewing it, you rock bro!
9:00 Decker does the best Homer Simpson impression I’ve ever heard 😂
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Hang in there Decker. I know the view count isn’t what you’d prefer on these videos but they’re absolutely fantastic and your fans truly enjoy them. I always look forward to your videos. Thank you for the wonderful content.👊🏼
To the nearly 4,000 people that watched this video y'all need to start dropping some likes on for this man
This was an early cable TV staple. I watched it dozens of times when it hit cable TV. It remains one of my favorite movies of all time.
Interesting enough, the scifi and western genre merge pretty well when you set the story and characters at the fringes of the space faring civilization.
Sure worked for firefly
That's cause the Western genre isn't about the location or time period like most people think, it's about living on the frontier and being self reliant, where/when that frontier happens to be isn't relevant. You'd still classify something like The Last of the Mohicans or Quigley Down Under as a western even though neither takes place in the west or Firefly and Outland even though they take place in the future.
@@RogueDragon05 Exactly. You pretty much sums it up. The light of civilization mostly isn't nationwide but centered in around big cities. Even today when you travel to certain areas in Alaska like I have have, you still found the people living in the spirit of the old west. It's more out of circumstance and a mindset rather than a timepiece.
those are communist doctrines brought to life@@RogueDragon05
I'm gonna say this, Outland (1981) is the greatest Jupiter based movie ever made. this film is simply amazing.
funny that the director also did 2010 The Year We Make Contact, which also involved Jupiter!
How many are there? Lol
Henry Jones Sr made it to space
"Looks like Alien" - True, so much so that in my head-canon Alien and Outland (as well as Bladerunner) take place in the same universe. The technology in all three movies seems to be quite compatible, especially in Alien and Outland. Alien's Androids and Bladerunner's Replicants also seem at least a little bit related. So perhaps Replicants are the product of a competitor of Weyland who choose to take a more "biological" route in creating artificial humans. And in Bladerunner they show adverts for moving into outer space colonies and starting a new life - which sounds just like what the people in Aliens or Covenant did... Also tonally all three movies fit quite well together, all three painting the picture of a society in which companies hold even more power than they already do today and who show a common disregard for the lives of "just people".
There's an easter egg in Outland with one computer screen showing the Weyland-Yutani logo.
Saturn 3 has a similar look and feel so it might also be in the same universe. Kurt Russell's character from Soldier saw action at Tannhauser Gate so it's definitely part of Blade Runner universe. Obviously, Predator is in the Alien universe but Blade Runner and Total Recall are also in the Alien universe with the advertised opportunities of the off world colonies.
There's more! I, Robot is in the Blade Runner universe with the Nexus series robots but I, Robot is also in the early history of the Foundation series.
@@26th_Primarch There's also an easter egg in "Prometheus" in which Weyland ridicules Tyrell in a diary entry (if I remember right). But I agree. Absolutely shared universe, up to a point.
Only in your head.
Outland and Blade Runner are both inspired by stories written by Philip K Dick.
Love your reviews, and lovin' the gaming streams, keep the content coming! Hope all is well Decker! :)
This is a really good movie, yes High Noon in space. The look is from the movie Alien and had a lot of the same people work on Outland, but damn I had not seen this film in a long time, and I think the makers of Alien Isolation saw this film. Good review! Also, Cliff Clavin (first guy to explode) and his mom (Dr Lazarus).
I love how the Marshall just tries to reach into the boiling soup instead of dumping out the pot.
I love your videos Decker please keep it up! 😁
thank you so very much for finally doing this review. I've been requesting this for quite a long time. ^-^
High Noon in space starring Sean Connery.
... Sounds dope.
Oh yeah 1981 everybody was trying to get a piece of that sweet sweet Empire Strikes Back money Star Wars as a whole money. Oh yeah a little movie called Alien also was a great inspiration for a lot of movies at that time.
Well now.
That's a film review for me.
I really like this film.
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Ive heard of Outland a lot, but never seen it. Its a western set in space and has Sean Connery. Thats basically all Ive ever heard about it.
Thats not bad. Its interesting to see things like how people show the future and living in space without big monsters.
I miss films with practical effects like that. I watched Moon 44 a few years ago and for a 1990 film it was great.
Hello Decker Shado. The wolrd wide web fan of the internet personality with the best hair. Looking forward to this one!
Gotta love it when Decker personally delivers us a good hidden gem like this. Seriously, I never knew this existed before right now. Keep up the good work, man!
Rip sean connery the first James Bond
Barry Nelson was the first
James Bond.
Love the vids, keep up the good work bro 👍
It took me too long to realize that Decker was wearing green and that's why he was partially out of this reality.
I firmly believe that ALIEN and OUTLAND are intended to be in the same universe.
oh I believe far more than Aliens. Alien & Outland are definitely brother & sister films. the Metroid/Kid Icarus of sci-fi films, which is a pretty good comparison if you ask me.
Even in the Alien RPG corebook the authors made a lot of references to "Outland"
No.
oNE OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES. iT DESERVES MORE LOVE.
This is a great High Noon in space. And, since it contains a short appearance by the Action man - John Ratzenberger - you know its quality.
I've been watching your channel for years now, and man, this was a great video. I've never heard of this movie, but it looks great. I love the Alien "ripoff" movies even though, like you said, this is more of it's own thing. You summed up everything in a very entertaining way, as usual. I especially like the anti-choking collar haha
My dad took me to see this one at a drive in way back. He was big into old school sci fi and fantasy films like Conan and such. Glad he didn’t leave to see how bad it’s gotten for the genres. As a kid, the explosive decompressions really burned into my brain. Later I did find out that’s not what really happens but it was a cool effect.
you could survive a very brief exposure with training. explosive or rather implosive decompression would occur in the deep sea
Psychedelics no, F'n Deliriants...
It looks Awesome... Super Effects from Bottom to top!
Underrated Sean Connery flick.
Hey Man, love you.
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 🚀 *Introduction to "Outland" (1981) and its unique approach to science fiction*
- Review of "Outland" (1981), a film set on Jupiter's moon IO with a focus on space mining.
- Introduction of the main character, a space marshal played by Sean Connery.
- Exploration of the film's departure from traditional space-themed narratives.
01:56 🌌 *Setting and Atmosphere: Establishing shots, Exposition, and Ominous Space Music*
- Use of familiar visual cues inspired by "Alien" to set the atmosphere.
- Establishing shots of the mining rig and text exposition about the outpost.
- Introduction to the normalcy of the miners' routine and the eerie tone set by the music.
03:10 🕷️ *Spiders and Suspense: Introduction of Strange Occurrences*
- Worker's fear of a phantom arachnid leads to a disturbing sequence.
- Discussion of the effectiveness of suspense in well-lit scenes.
- Initial hints at the abnormal behavior of the miners.
04:47 👨👩👧👦 *Character Dynamics: Family, Work, and Life on IO*
- Insight into the family life of the main character, William, and his wife's dissatisfaction.
- Introduction of other characters on IO, including O'Neal and Shepherd.
- Highlighting the challenges faced by families living in isolated mining outposts.
06:46 🎭 *Unveiling Personal Struggles: Family Departure and the Reality of Planetary Conditions*
- Revelation of the family's departure due to the harsh conditions on IO.
- Emotional exchange between William and his wife before their departure.
- Exploration of the challenges posed by planetary conditions on family life.
08:10 💊 *Dark Realities: Drug Use, Suicides, and the Company's Secrecy*
- Introduction of drug use among miners affecting their mental state.
- Explanation of the suicides and the company's reluctance to investigate.
- O'Neal's determination to uncover the truth behind the abnormal occurrences.
09:54 🚨 *Crisis Management: Hostage Situation and O'Neal's Approach*
- O'Neal's handling of a hostage situation and his focus on minimizing harm.
- Introduction of O'Neal's colleague, Monon, and his insights into the situation.
- Establishment of the connection between drug use and erratic behavior.
12:10 💉 *Unraveling the Mystery: Drug Discovery and O'Neal's Investigation*
- Revelation of the dangerous drug, polychoric euthol, and its impact.
- O'Neal's deduction of the connection between drug distribution and the company's motives.
- Use of investigative techniques, including surveillance, to uncover the truth.
14:16 ⚖️ *Confrontation: Arrests, Confessions, and Shepherd's Response*
- O'Neal's arrest of drug dealers and confrontation with Shepherd.
- Monon's confession about involvement and the pressure from Shepherd.
- Shepherd's attempt to maintain control and O'Neal's commitment to justice.
15:49 🕵️♂️ *Decoding Clues: Monon's Message and the Hunt for Evidence*
- Discovery of Monon's encrypted message, leading O'Neal to a new clue.
- O'Neal's realization of a potential food shipment and its significance.
- Use of cryptic messages as a plot device to advance the investigation.
17:54 🎭 *Escalation: Shepherd's Threat, Hitmen, and O'Neal's Dilemma*
- Shepherd's acknowledgment of O'Neal's interference and the threat.
- Introduction of the imminent danger with two hitmen sent to eliminate O'Neal.
- Shepherd's manipulation and O'Neal's realization of the broader conspiracy.
18:36 🌌 *O'Neal's Struggle for Support:*
- O'Neal seeks allies to uncover corruption, but no one on IO is willing to help.
- Ballard represents the general reluctance to get involved due to personal reasons.
- Mrs. O'Neal's attempt to persuade her husband to leave emphasizes the stakes.
20:00 🚪 *Assassins Arrival and Community Apathy:*
- Assassins arrive early, highlighting the urgency of O'Neal's predicament.
- The community's unwillingness to support O'Neal intensifies as they confront him.
- The absence of assistance underscores the isolation and danger O'Neal faces.
21:14 🚑 *Lazarus Assists O'Neal:*
- Dr. Lazarus becomes an unexpected ally, providing medical aid and support.
- O'Neal strategically uses Lazarus to control the assassins' movements.
- The greenhouse incident eliminates one of the hitmen through environmental sabotage.
22:49 ⚔️ *O'Neal vs. Ballard:*
- O'Neal and Ballard engage in a lackluster final confrontation with limited mobility.
- The fight takes place in a visually constrained setting, reducing the excitement.
- O'Neal's victory over Ballard signifies the removal of corrupt elements within the police.
23:57 🛠️ *Conclusion and Departure:*
- O'Neal successfully eliminates the threat, creating a marginally better environment on IO.
- The unexpected early arrival of the shuttle allows O'Neal to join his family and leave IO.
- The film, while derivative, is praised for its character-driven narrative and classic Western elements.
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I'm glad you're covering this movie. This is a very underatted Connery and Sci-Fi/Western movie.
Thanks Decker. Great movie.
Really needed this after being in the ER all day with my granddaughter. Awesome review Decker Shado.
My broken ankle and I say get well soon.
@@MichaelRainey thank you and hope you heal quickly and completely from that bud. Broke me ankle before and know how much it sucks.
Ah Decker you're the George Carlin of movie review and it's why we watch you!
Excellent shirt too
Best in the business still doing his thing.
Very interesting. Never ever heard of this space western before.
YAAAAAY!!! Sorry, I don't know how, I missed this review... And I'm glad you're reviewing a "legitimate" sci-fi b-movie :)
0:00 I actually didn’t recognize Sean Connery for a sec.
No doubt it was a really good movie and the effects were ahead of its time
How is this not more well known?!?
I love this movie. Highly underrated film. Even if it is just a remake.
1:07 OMG that helm design, can you see out of it? or do you just get blinded by the lights.
Revved up like a deuce even?
Another runner in the night.
I overlooked this for years, watched the review before work, watched the movie when I got back from work. Was pleasantly surprised and really enjoyed it, thanks Decker!
Well what happens in a vacuum???? I gotsta know!
Your skin is really good at holding you together and there's not that much difference between one atmosphere and no atmosphere. There's nothing to conduct heat away, no gravity for convection, and you're not a good radiator so you'll stay warm for a while. Longer if you're in the light but then you'd get a hell of a sunburn. The big danger is wind shear and airborne debris if there's a lot of air exiting the ship with you. Suffocation followed by freezing and then desiccation. But like falling into a frozen lake, you're not dead until you're warm and dead.
@@MichaelRainey 😳
Sorry for not watching every other video Bro! End of the Year WAS CRAZY!!!!!!!!!!
Another great video!
Sean Connery elevated any movie he was in. I really liked this movie and I liked that they used 'normal' guns, even in the far future hand held lazer guns are just fantasy .
The shotguns used in this movie remind me of Do0m.
14:44 Do0mguy was sent to Phobos for fragging a superior officer for ordering his troops to fire on civilians.
Awesome review. You’re one of my favourite movie reviewers
I'm so glad you found this movie, I've been wondering what it was for YEARS.
I legit like this saw it as a kid and knowing how dangerous space is yes the Syfy setting do add
Decker you gotta start reminding people to hit that like button!!
Miners killing themselves on a dead planet? Make sense since the isolation would cause, miner~ mental problems.
Outland has been a Sean Connery favorite of mine since the mid-80's when I first saw it and has so remained until this day. As you said Decker, they just don't make 'em like this anymore.
Great reviews! Thanks :)
This is one of my all time favorite Sci-fi films.
Love the visuals in this, such a grounded take on a space mining colony. And at least they got their idea from a solid classic.
It's too bad director Peter Hyams isn't doing much work these days. He does his own cinematography for his films and gives each film their own visual style.
Perfect way to start the year. Cheers Decker
Love the review Decker! Keep up with the great content ❤
Excellent film. So sorry Frances Sternhagen passed recently.
great to see new videos my brother
T2's reference was an homage to Outland
Underrated film
Oohhh man! Jim Steranko did the comic in the pages of heavy metal in 1983? Maybe before but wow his perspective is spot on in my head.💯 This movie IS highly underrated.
My favorite Sean Connery movie!
love that shirt!
Great movie, thanks for making the review 😃
Great movie 👍 Peter Hyams made some terrific films!
Interesting story, It definitely is a futuristic thing.
Outland vs Zardoz: Which is the best Connery b-movie?
This is "High Noon" in outer space.
Pretty good.
Man I loved this movie and still do.
The Set Design is very much like Alien or 2010, the Monitors the Equipment...
I got that shirt for Christmas lol.
I really liked this movie.
I've never heard of this before now, but might see if I can track it down somewhere
I'd love to see you review The Hitcher (1986), The Blob (1988), and more classic kaiju films
Hey one of your videos finnaly poped up in my feed 😊😊
No no no, doing Outland IS starting 2024 strong!
The summer of wrong turn 😂🎉😢😅😊
I had forgotten all about this movie you’re right about the climax but it’s a lot better than the other space movies that are out there
I am going to have to find this and watch it was my dad and brother. Both will appreciate it
Great show as usual, I'd check out your shirt 😅
Whoa whoa whoa....we don't know what happens to someone in Io's atmosphere when their space suit is compromised. Oh and Io is not a dead arid rock, in fact because of the gravitational pull of Jupiter and Europa is surface is molten sulfur. With literal lakes of liquid sulfur and ice bergs of partial solid/solidified sulfur on them. Uh now that I think about it, I am not sure if any where on Io is cool enough for this mine to exist.
Surprising number of beards for sci fi.
The anti choke collar was nuts 🥜
I liked the calm aggression everyone had. I know it's to be like western movies but I would like to think it's that attitude that everyone is trapped in this facility with each other in an all too brittle and expensive environment.
I always get hooked when this pops up on tv
The way they’ve gone for a grubby, realistic environment
The lack of any bombastic superhuman feats and the way Connery plays it as a world weary cop who’s been shunted into a dead end job in the middle of bumblef@ck, nowhere
Classic western and they thankfully got the vacuous wife out of the way and matched him up the the equally careworn doc (with no silly Hollywood romantic tension)
Is it a bit ropey with the effects? Yes but they don’t detract from the story
Plus having Connery face just a few adversaries, keeps it more grounded than the John wick silliness
Right on. This is my favourite Sean Connery film... outside the Bond movies.
A perfect western disguised as science fiction.
By the way, love your reviews.
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