If you love B-movies you will definitely enjoy Invasion Ireland. A send-up of immigration issues around the world told from the perspective of a blue skinned martian on the news, Invasion Ireland takes swipes at everything from politicians to media to social commentators. And for the most part, the parodies hit home. You can tell the actors are enjoying themselves and overall the film is a lot of fun. Keep an eye out for the news scroll gags too - very funny!
8 Reviews
Original and Fun
bohemianpirate-871-38348718 February 2020
If you want a fresh take on sci-fi flicks, Invasion Ireland is a film for you! I was impressed by the originality of this film and the novelty of the style of it. Never before have I watched a sci-fi film with so much (successful) comic effect! I laughed out loud, literally, many times, as Jessica Heart reports from her news desk of the otherworldly invasion. Hilarity ensues in Invasion Ireland and I hope the world takes notice, fast!! Highly recommend!
Unique Sci-Fi With Laughs
vigilant5619 February 2020
Uproarious Satire in a Sci-Fi Skin
TheAll-SeeingI7 February 2020
While leaning on sci-fi as a delivery mechanism, that space helmet director-screenwriter Ciaron Davies encases himself in proves instead to be the hat of the eviscerating satirist, worn with terrific efficacy and purpose in the endearingly ramshackle, "Invasion Ireland."
In Davies' indie film world, proverbial Little Green Men are actually Little Blue Men fresh off the space boat from Mars. Their invasion of our planet and of our sad little status quos provide earthlings with yet another non-white populous to deride. Self-appointed world leadership reacts by holding out the olive branch to these threatening immigrants, securing peace by offering gainful employment, and much to the chagrin of "First World" populations fearing disruptions to their delicate socio-economic ecosystems. Of course it's all a salacious metaphor for the massive uprooting of real-world Middle Eastern populations we seem to enjoy endlessly bombing -- at least until naturally resulting immigration patterns evoke nationalist outcries from our newly "invaded" homelands.
Like only the best satires know how to do, "Invasion Ireland" eschews selectivity of targets and instead takes its hilarious flamethrower to all earth-bound populations that demonstrate a complicit and collective stupidity. With its searing indictments gleefully packaged in an offbeat, slapstick, and surrealistically lighthearted wrapper evocative of '80s British sitcom "The Young Ones (1982)," this hour-long film from Ireland again shows that the most authentic satirical voices are rarely hear from the mouths of major studios. - (Was this review of use to you? If so, let me know by clicking "Helpful." Cheers!)
In Davies' indie film world, proverbial Little Green Men are actually Little Blue Men fresh off the space boat from Mars. Their invasion of our planet and of our sad little status quos provide earthlings with yet another non-white populous to deride. Self-appointed world leadership reacts by holding out the olive branch to these threatening immigrants, securing peace by offering gainful employment, and much to the chagrin of "First World" populations fearing disruptions to their delicate socio-economic ecosystems. Of course it's all a salacious metaphor for the massive uprooting of real-world Middle Eastern populations we seem to enjoy endlessly bombing -- at least until naturally resulting immigration patterns evoke nationalist outcries from our newly "invaded" homelands.
Like only the best satires know how to do, "Invasion Ireland" eschews selectivity of targets and instead takes its hilarious flamethrower to all earth-bound populations that demonstrate a complicit and collective stupidity. With its searing indictments gleefully packaged in an offbeat, slapstick, and surrealistically lighthearted wrapper evocative of '80s British sitcom "The Young Ones (1982)," this hour-long film from Ireland again shows that the most authentic satirical voices are rarely hear from the mouths of major studios. - (Was this review of use to you? If so, let me know by clicking "Helpful." Cheers!)
In Your Face Satire
JGReviews17 February 2020
I have to applaud Invasion Ireland for being perhaps the most in your face satire I have seen in a very long time. This modestly budgeted film holds absolutely nothing back and actually left me quite impressed given the effort. There's an alien invasion that is relayed to us through a news broadcast that features some of the most eccentric group of characters that you may ever see. This bold style of filmmaking might not be for more reserved viewers, but let me reassure you that the satire did offer some biting commentary on real-life issues. If you're in the mood for something different, then check out Invasion Ireland.
Comedy and Sci Fy rolled up in 1 Classic!!!
theparanormalcritic7217 February 2020
What could be better than Ireland and Aliens with a comedic twist. We took a night off from Hollywood's big budget super heroe flicks and horror and took a chance on an Indy film. I enjoyed the quirky silliness of this film and look forward for more from this production team and director!!
Pretty Good Science Fiction Indie
js190625 February 2020
I really did not know what to expect when I watch the trailer for this film. But I must say that you will be hooked on this film early on. The movie is a Sci-Fi Comedy film that is totally in your face and will definitely give you a lot of laughs. I really give the production team a lot of credit for making a film with limited resources that really has a lot of good qualities. If you are a fan of aliens and robots that are on a mission, then you will really enjoy this film.
A sci-fi gem.
harriscalvin-129 April 2020
Invasion Ireland was a solid sci-fi gem. A story about a Martian holding several persons hostage in his attempt to get off Earth & back to his planet. Director Ciaron Davies did a great job working eith his cast & crew. The scrolling ticket on the bottom of the film was also hilarious. It has some really funny lines. All of the actors did well. The music, editing, & camera work were on point.
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