Nukie

Nukie

1987 · 99 min · EN · 2.2 (31 votes)
Dir. Sias Odendal, Michael Pakleppa · Starring Glynis Johns, Steve Railsback, Ronald France, David Fox, Sara Braunstein, Siphiwe Mlangeni · Music Nic Pickard

“A Magical Space Adventure”

FamilyScience FictionAdventure

A space child, lost in the universe, is abducted by the U. S. Space Foundation. In a desperate intergalactic search for the frightened little alien, his brother Nukie® mistakenly lands in Africa where he is befriended by African twins. Together they journey through the laughter and adventure of talking lions, a greedy witch doctor, a charming chimpanzee, a feisty nun, a compassionate scientist and an outrageous romantic computer named E.D.D.I.

VIBE

A charmingly retro sci-fi adventure about two alien brothers finding their way in a strange new world. It's a lighthearted tale of friendship and exploration, perfect for a cozy family viewing.

whimsicalheartwarmingadventuroussillysteadyfamily-friendly sci-fi80s aestheticlighthearted adventurefriendshipdiscoveryhomecoming
helicopterartificial intelligence (a.i.)computerafricatelepathymissionaryspace travelsouth africaradioalienextraterrestrialscientisttwinsafrican tribenukiedesperateabsurddistressing
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