Mars Attacks! is a 1996 American science fiction comedy film directed by Tim Burton. The film is a parody of science fiction B movies and features an ensemble cast including Jack Nicholson, Glenn Close, Annette Bening, Pierce Brosnan, Danny DeVito, Martin Short, Sarah Jessica Parker, Michael J. Fox, Rod Steiger, Tom Jones, Lukas Haas, Natalie Portman, Jim Brown, Lisa Marie Smith, and Sylvia Sidney.
The story revolves around an alien invasion of Earth, and the efforts of a disparate group of people to save the planet. The Martians land in the Nevada desert and quickly begin attacking humans with their advanced technology. As chaos ensues, the President of the United States, played by Nicholson, tries to negotiate with the Martians while a group of misfits and oddballs band together to fight back.
Mars Attacks! is known for its over-the-top humor, campy special effects, and colorful visual style. The film received mixed reviews upon its release but has since gained a cult following for its unique blend of comedy and science fiction. It remains a beloved cult classic among fans of Tim Burton and offbeat cinema.
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Mars Attacks!
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Escape (The Piña Colada Song)
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Indian Love Call
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Champagne Fanfare
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Stayin' Alive
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I'm Casting My Lasso Towards The Sky
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It's Not Unusual
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Humming
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The Star-Spangled Banner
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Stayin' Alive
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Barry Gibb:
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I'm Casting My Lasso Towards The Sky
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Jimmy Wakely:
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It's Not Unusual
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Gordon Mills:
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Taps
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