Zontar: The Thing from Venus

Synopsis

Zontar: The Thing from Venus, a 1967 sci-fi horror film starring John Agar, tells the story of a scientist who contacts an extraterrestrial being from Venus. He believes the creature, Zontar, can solve Earth's problems and bring about peace. However, Zontar has more sinister intentions, leading to disastrous consequences. As the alien begins to control humans and threaten humanity’s existence, a battle for survival ensues. Will the scientist and his allies be able to thwart Zontar’s devious plans, or will the Earth fall under its control?

Cast

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  John Agar

  Dr. Curt Taylor

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  Susan Bjurman

  Martha Ritchie

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  Tony Huston

  Keith Ritchie

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  Pat Delaney

  Anne Taylor

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  Neil Fletcher

  General Matt Young

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  Warren Hammack

  John, Rocket Scientist at Zone 6

Reviews

Zontar: The Thing from Venus has garnered a mix of reactions from critics and audiences. IMDb users rate the movie at 3.2/10, highlighting its low-budget production values and less-than-stellar special effects. Critics on Rotten Tomatoes have pointed out the film's campy charm and its place in the pantheon of cheesy sci-fi movies of the 1960s. One reviewer on IMDb mentions, 'It's a delightful disaster that’s both entertaining and laughable,' emphasizing the film's appeal to fans of so-bad-it's-good cinema. Conversely, others critique the pacing and lack of coherent plot development, with one Metacritic user commenting, 'The narrative drags and the characters are underdeveloped, making it a tough watch for those not in it for nostalgia.' Despite its flaws, Zontar: The Thing from Venus remains a cult classic, appreciated for its nostalgic value and quirky take on the alien invasion genre.