Episode 31: FANTASTIC PLANET (1973)

Full of Seussian grotesqueries and allegorical slavery, FANTASTIC PLANET is probably remembered for exactly what it deserves to be remembered for (creative, creepy, crawly creatures, trippy visuals, and an extremely 1970s soundtrack). What it doesn't deliver is the intangible, experimental storytelling psychedelia that its marketing seems to sell the movie on. Do its depictions of sexuality, society, and subjugation go far enough to leave an impression? Sure. Do they go far enough to say anything coherent or meaningful? Probably not. Selection of "Strip Tease" from the FANTASTIC PLANET soundtrack presumed © 1973 Argos Films. Because of course, the track is literally titled "Strip Tease." Jesus Christ. Theme: "Raindrops" by Huma-Huma/"No Smoking" PSA by John Waters.