Ben je fan van 'Die Besucher' (1983) en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde humor, tijdreisavonturen of middeleeuwse chaos bieden. Perfect voor wie meer wil van deze unieke mix!

The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)
Beschreibung: This classic sci-fi film explores themes of humanity's reaction to extraterrestrial visitors, focusing on a peaceful alien envoy who comes to Earth with a warning. The story delves into Cold War-era paranoia and the potential for human self-destruction.
Fakt: The iconic robot Gort was played by a 7'7" actor in a foam latex suit. The film's famous phrase 'Klaatu barada nikto' has no direct translation and was created by the screenwriter.


Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977)
Beschreibung: A profound exploration of human-alien contact that emphasizes wonder and communication rather than conflict. The film captures the emotional and psychological impact of encountering the unknown through its protagonist's obsessive journey.
Fakt: The five-note alien communication motif was created by composer John Williams working closely with Spielberg. The film's climax used one of the largest lighting arrays ever assembled for a movie at that time.


Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978)
Beschreibung: This chilling remake explores themes of alien infiltration and loss of humanity through pod people who replace humans. It creates a pervasive sense of paranoia and examines how people might not recognize the loss of their own humanity.
Fakt: The famous final scene was added after test screenings where audiences wanted a more dramatic conclusion. The film's sound design used subtle biological noises to enhance the unsettling atmosphere.


E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
Beschreibung: A touching story of friendship between a lonely child and a stranded alien, showcasing both the wonder and fear surrounding extraterrestrial contact. The narrative emphasizes emotional connection over scientific explanation.
Fakt: E.T.'s distinctive voice was created by mixing the sounds of a sleeping woman, a burping man, and a raccoon. The famous bicycle flight scene was filmed against a blue screen with the moon visible in the background, creating one of cinema's most magical moments.


The Thing (1982)
Beschreibung: A masterclass in paranoia and body horror as an alien lifeform assimilates and imitates members of an isolated Antarctic research team. The film creates intense psychological tension through its shape-shifting antagonist.
Fakt: The groundbreaking practical effects were created by Rob Bottin, who worked 7 days a week for over a year to complete them. The film was initially poorly received but has since become a cult classic.


Starman (1984)
Beschreibung: This heartfelt story follows an alien who takes human form to navigate Earth while being pursued by authorities. It focuses on the alien's innocent perspective of humanity and develops an emotional bond with a human companion.
Fakt: The film was originally conceived as a more action-oriented project until director John Carpenter decided to focus on the romantic and dramatic elements. The alien's ability to rapidly age was achieved through innovative makeup effects.


They Live (1988)
Beschreibung: A unique blend of sci-fi and social commentary where aliens secretly control humanity through subliminal messages. The film uses its premise to critique consumer culture and media manipulation.
Fakt: The famous six-minute alleyway fight scene was intentionally prolonged to emphasize the protagonist's resistance to putting on the revealing sunglasses. The film's iconic phrase 'I have come here to chew bubblegum and kick ass...' was largely improvised.


The Abyss (1989)
Beschreibung: This underwater adventure turns into a first contact story when divers encounter mysterious non-human intelligence. The film creates tension between military and scientific perspectives while exploring themes of communication and understanding.
Fakt: The underwater scenes were filmed in an abandoned nuclear reactor containment vessel filled with water. Actor Ed Harris nearly drowned during one intense scene, adding genuine terror to his performance.


Fire in the Sky (1993)
Beschreibung: Based on a supposed true story, this film depicts a harrowing alien abduction experience with intense realism. It focuses on the trauma of the abductee and the skepticism faced when recounting such experiences.
Fakt: The abduction sequence was so disturbing that test audiences reported feeling physically ill. The film's special effects were created without CGI, using practical effects and clever camera work.


Contact (1997)
Beschreibung: A thoughtful exploration of humanity's first contact with extraterrestrial intelligence, blending scientific rigor with spiritual wonder. The story examines the intersection of science, faith, and government secrecy.
Fakt: The film's radio telescope scenes were shot at the Very Large Array in New Mexico, with scientists as extras. The opening sequence showing Earth's radio transmissions expanding into space used actual TV and radio broadcasts from history.
