In this episode of Born to Watch, the boys take a deep dive into one of the wildest sci-fi horror films of the 90s, the unforgettable Species. This Species 1995 Movie Review explores everything that made the movie an instant cult classic, from the creature effects and erotic energy to the questionable logic and the iconic performances that shaped it.

Whitey sets the tone by taking us back to the final true analog decade. The nineties were a time of landlines, video stores, printed photos and rumours that spread through schoolyards rather than social media feeds. Out of that world came Species, a film perfectly engineered for teenage boys, VHS collectors and anyone with a love for chaotic sci-fi horror.

The crew breaks down the premise and laughs their way through all the plot holes that somehow make the film even more entertaining. Natasha Henstridge's debut performance as Sil is front and centre, and the boys talk through how a 19-year-old model suddenly became the face of one of the most recognisable alien designs of the decade. They also unpack how H.R Giger leaned heavily into the sexualised creature style that made his Alien work iconic.

Michael Madsen's smoulder gets an entire segment as the boys explore why he felt completely at home in this movie, even with his well-known aversion to violent roles. They discuss Forrest Whitaker's empath character and question why his powers seem to work only when convenient. Alfred Molina receives special attention for delivering one of the dumbest decisions ever made by a character in a creature feature. It is glorious.

The episode also covers the good, the bad and the completely absurd. The boys point out the empty nightclub bathroom, the perfectly fitted train conductor uniform, the magically neat self haircut, and the ridiculous fake death designed to fool a team of scientists. They also ask the big questions. Why does a creature that has never used a car suddenly know how to drive? Why does Spa Man abandon the hot tub to answer the phone? Why does the villain’s intelligence rise and fall purely for plot convenience?

Alongside the jokes and breakdowns, you will hear some fascinating trivia. The boys discuss the MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss, why Henstridge turned down major roles like Independence Day, how the director Roger Donaldson carved out a surprisingly strong career, and how the film made more than 100 million dollars worldwide despite being proudly B-grade.

This Species 1995 Movie Review delivers nostalgia, trivia, big laughs and everything you love about Born to Watch. If you grew up in the 90s, rented this on VHS, watched the snobs on freeze frame, or simply love practical effect creature features, this episode will hit the spot.

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