“The Brother from Another Planet” (1984) — directed by John Sayles.
“This sci-fi oddity was written and directed by John Sayles,” said Live for Films editor-in-chief, Phil Edwards.
“It stars Joe Morton as a mute alien slave who escapes to Earth and tries to comprehend the life he finds there. Meanwhile, the ‘Men in Black’ are after him. Funny, thought-provoking and mesmerizing to watch.”
“Last Night” (1998) — directed by Don McKellar.
“Don McKellar’s apocalyptic black comedy follows a mixed bag of people as they prepare for the end of the world,” said Edwards.
“We are never told what is causing the apocalypse, but it has been known about for a few months. We watch as people connect with others and generally try and come to terms with life before everything ends. Oh, and one guy tries his best to fulfill all the sex fantasies he ever had.”
“The Man From Earth” (2007) — directed by Richard Schenkman.
“Written by Jerome Bixby, the story involves a university professor who, during his farewell party, explains he is an immortal who has been around for 14,000 years,” Edwards said. “What follows are various discussions and arguments about life, religion, biology and so much more.”
