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Movie poster: Nukie (1987)
🎬 Movie
1987 · 99 min Family Science Fiction Adventure
2.1 / 10 · TMDB

A space child, lost in the universe, is abducted by the U. S. Space Foundation. In a desperate intergalactic search for the frightened little alien, his brother Nukie® mistakenly lands in Africa where he is befriended by African twins. Together they journey through the laughter and adventure of talking lions, a greedy witch doctor, a charming chimpanzee, a feisty nun, a compassionate scientist and an outrageous romantic computer named E.D.D.I.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1987
Country South Africa
Genre Family, Science Fiction, Adventure
Director Sias Odendal
Runtime 99 min.
Rating TMDB: 2.1/10 (29 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film constructs its universe by relying on a naive blend of family adventure and low-budget sci-fi tropes. It explores themes of friendship and loyalty through a chaotic parade of talking animals, witch doctors, and eccentric robots.

What lingers after the credits is a peculiar sincerity beneath the technical flaws—a genuine, if clumsy, attempt to craft interstellar wonder for the very young. Those who tire of polished CGI may find charm in its handmade ambition. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Sias Odendal

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Best viewed with nostalgic adults or forgiving children, embracing the chaos with popcorn in hand.

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