This film is basically Jason in Space.

This movie massively divided fans. Some loved the innovation but some hated it to such an extent that they viewed it as the worst in the series. Yes, they even hated it more than Part 5: A New Beginning.

But I loved this movie. I even went to see it a bunch of times during it’s original release.

There’s so much to love. The claustrophobia of the spacecraft, the tongue-in-cheek humour, the nerdy aspects of the film’s vision (check out the eye operation on Jason and the way that injuries like severed limbs are remedied).

There’s also an amazing cameo by David Cronenberg that’s worth the price of admission alone.

With this instalment being based in space, there are many nods to satisfy the most ardent sci-fi fanboys. Least not Lisa Ryder who was a star of Andromeda. Her android character is a great addition to the cast.

Uber Jason is a sight to behold! And check out the liquid nitrogen kill. It’s one of the best in the whole series.

Highly recommended. File as ‘underrated’.

4 out of 5 stars