Lifeforce (1985) | Space Vampires & Peak 80s Sci-Fi Horror

If you've ever been in a toxic relationship with a space vampire, this is the episode for you.

This week on SlashBack Cinema, Ryan and Shanny tackle Lifeforce (1985), Tobe Hooper's gloriously unhinged sci-fi horror epic that somehow combines space vampires, psychic powers, zombie outbreaks, alien bats, Patrick Stewart, and the end of the world into one movie.

What starts as a mysterious mission to Halley's Comet quickly spirals into apocalyptic chaos as an otherworldly energy vampire arrives on Earth and turns London into a nightmare. Along the way we discuss Canon Films' biggest gamble, why the original title The Space Vampires would've been infinitely better, Patrick Stewart's unforgettable performance, and whether this cult oddity is actually a misunderstood masterpiece.

Plus:
 • Top scenes from the film
  • Behind-the-scenes production lore
 • The strangest genre mashup we've covered yet
  • Stabby Scores: Ryan 4/4 | Shanny 3/4

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