The leading cast brought together two generations of action icons:

as Colonel Woodrow Dolarhyde, a tyrannical cattleman forced to defend his territory against a new kind of threat.

as the elusive Ella Swenson, who holds the key to the aliens’ weaknesses. The Story: High Noon Meets High Tech

While the film received mixed reviews upon release (44% on Rotten Tomatoes ), it has developed a cult following for its unique tone and impressive practical effects.