Bad Taste

Bad Taste has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available in the US on History Vault and IndieFlix. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. With 931 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Terry Potter's performance alone is worth the time investment. Put it on tonight on History Vault and see for yourself.

There is a reason Bad Taste keeps coming up in conversation. Sharp writing and a well-matched ensemble are what separate Bad Taste from the crowd. A team from the intergalactic fast food chain Crumb's Crunchy Delights descends on Earth, planning to make human flesh the newest taste sensation. After they wipe out the New Zealand town Kaihoro, the country’s Astro-Investigation and Defense Service (AIaDS) is called in to deal with the problem. Things are complicated due to Giles, an aid worker who comes to Kaihoro the same day to collect change from the residents. Terry Potter and Pete O'Herne lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was released in 1987. What keeps Bad Taste from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

If you need a comedy that actually makes you laugh, Bad Taste is a strong candidate. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. It is a manageable watch, easy to fit into a single evening. Terry Potter's comic timing carries it through its weaker moments. The kind of comedy you recommend to someone who claims they do not watch much.