ALIENATED

Cinemavixion Review

Brian Ackley's "Alienated" crafts a compelling narrative that uses the trope of extraterrestrial encounter as a potent metaphor for marital strife. The film delves into the fractured communication and trust issues plaguing Nate and Paige, a couple whose four-year marriage is tested when Nate claims to have seen a UFO. This extraordinary event becomes a catalyst, forcing them to confront the unspoken anxieties and resentments that have festered beneath the surface of their relationship. While the premise hints at science fiction spectacle, the true drama unfolds in the intimate space between the protagonists. The performances, particularly from Jen Burry and George Katt, navigate the delicate balance between vulnerability and frustration, making their marital struggles feel authentic. "Alienated" is a thoughtful exploration of connection, skepticism, and the often-unseen 'aliens' that can inhabit our closest relationships, all set against a backdrop of societal unease.