Based on the fantastical illustrated magazine Heavy Metal, producer Ivan Reitman enlists the help of some of Hollywood’s animation masters to create the otherworldly tale of a glowing green orb from outer space that spreads destruction throughout the galaxy. Only when encountered by its one true enemy, to whom it is inexplicably drawn, will goodness prevail throughout the universe. Richly and lavishly drawn, the vignettes of the orb’s dark victories include the character voices of John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Harold Ramis, and Jackie Burroughs – and a pounding soundtrack by Black Sabbath, Blue Oyster Cult, Cheap Trick, Devo, Donald Fagen, Don Felder, Grand Funk Railroad, Sammy Hagar, Journey, Nazareth, Stevie Nicks, Riggs, and Trust. Highly imaginative and full of surprising special effects, Heavy Metal set the standard for the alternative contemporary animation.  One of the most revered stoner cult classics of all time – an intoxicating experience not to be missed!

Based on original art and stories by Richard Corben, Angus McKie, Dan O’Bannon, Thomas Warkentin, and Bernie Wrightson.

“Animated with great verve, and scored very well.” – Janet Maslin, New York Times

“Still holds up remarkably well a decade plus later … was a pioneering film in 1981 and remains a pivitol and infuential body of art today.” – Jeff Gilbert,Film.com

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