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By JK Sooja
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Family comedy adventure has cartoon violence, peril.
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Invaders from Proxima B
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What's the Story?
In INVADERS FROM PROXIMA B, the Jankins family meets alien Chuck after he crash-lands in their backyard. From Proxima B, Chuck needs help. He's being chased by a number of people, aliens, and threats. Will the Jankins family be able to help Chuck?
Is It Any Good?
In many ways, this film does a lot with very little. Most of the effects in Invaders from Proxima B are done practically, so there is minimal use of CGI. And for a film with this kind of budget, it's probably smart not to go all in on the computer special effects, because they don't look great at this quality. But the rest of the action is fun enough to keep kids invested.
The first act of the film might be a bit tense in parts for younger viewers, as a lot rests on whether or not they find Chuck entertaining. He doesn't exactly have a "cute" voice or demeanor that suggests cuddly hugs. Some viewers won't like him. But others might enjoy the adventure, the story Chuck brings to the Jankins family, and the resolution to Chuck's dilemma.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about violence in family comedies. Did any of the violence in Invaders from Proxima B scare you? Do you think any parts were too scary?
How does the Jankins family show compassion, communication, and teamwork?
Do you think you would behave the same way Ruby does when she meets Chuck?
What do you think happened to the animal pest control person?
Were you surprised by the ending? Why, or why not?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : May 31, 2024
- Cast : Samantha Sloyan , Ward Roberts , Bo Roberts , Mike C. Nelson
- Director : Ward Roberts
- Inclusion Information : Female Movie Actor(s)
- Studio : DrexelBox Films
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic )
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Teamwork
- Run time : 94 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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