Bad Taste

Main Plot

"Bad Taste," directed by Peter Jackson, is a cult classic splatter film that combines horror and comedy in a story about an alien invasion. The plot unfolds in a small New Zealand town where extraterrestrial beings have arrived with sinister intentions: they plan to harvest humans as ingredients for their intergalactic fast-food chain. The government dispatches a special task force to investigate the mysterious disappearances of the townspeople. As the team delves deeper, they uncover the grotesque reality of the alien operation. The film is marked by its over-the-top gore and slapstick humor, showcasing Jackson's penchant for blending absurdity with horror. The task force engages in a series of increasingly bizarre and violent confrontations with the aliens, employing an array of unconventional weapons and tactics. Key themes include the absurdity of consumerism and the dehumanizing aspects of mass production, as the aliens view humans merely as commodities. The film also explores themes of camaraderie and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. "Bad Taste" is notable for its low-budget ingenuity, creative special effects, and Jackson's early demonstration of his unique directorial style, which would later propel him to international fame.

Characters

• Terry Potter plays Ozzy, a member of the Alien Investigation and Defense Service, fighting against extraterrestrial invaders in a small New Zealand town.
• Pete O'Herne played Barry, a member of the Astro Investigation and Defense Service (AIDS) team, fighting alien invaders threatening to harvest humans for fast-food products.
• Craig Smith is a member of "The Boys," a team tasked with combating alien invaders harvesting humans for intergalactic fast food in this cult sci-fi horror comedy.

Ending Explained

In the climactic ending, the alien leader, Lord Crumb, reveals his plan to harvest humans as a new fast-food delicacy for his intergalactic chain. The remaining members of the Astro Investigation and Defense Service (AIDS) team, led by Derek, infiltrate the alien stronghold disguised as a Victorian house. Inside, they discover the true extent of the alien operation and the grotesque fate awaiting humanity. As the team battles the alien forces, Derek, who was presumed dead earlier, makes a dramatic return. He confronts Lord Crumb in a final showdown, showcasing his resilience and determination. Derek uses a chainsaw to cut through the alien leader, symbolizing the triumph of human ingenuity and tenacity over the extraterrestrial threat. Meanwhile, the rest of the team manages to destroy the alien base, ensuring the safety of Earth. The film concludes with Derek commandeering the alien spaceship, now wearing the skin of Lord Crumb, and setting off into space. This ending highlights the bizarre and darkly comedic tone of the narrative, leaving viewers with a sense of victory tinged with absurdity. The resolution underscores the theme of unexpected heroism and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their world.