They Are Among Us
An alien colony, secretly living in a small town, have disguised themselves to look like humans. It is soon discovered that the aliens have come to pillage the earth of its resources.
Why it matters
A low-budget alien invasion thriller that leans into paranoia and small-town suspicion, capturing early-2000s sci-fi horror vibes with earnest DIY charm.
- Practical creature effects and makeup work elevate the alien disguises beyond typical direct-to-video fare.
- Fans of ’80s and ’90s body horror and invasion paranoia will appreciate its nods to Carpenter and Cronenberg’s legacy.
- The claustrophobic small-town setting amplifies the creeping dread of “not who they say they are.”
- Narrative pacing falters, but the film’s commitment to its premise offers a snapshot of early indie sci-fi horror ambition.
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Cast
Horror DNA
⚠ Limited data — scores are approximate
Gore
0
Slow Burn
17
Psychological
29
Supernatural
0
Creature
36
Disturbing
33
Fun Factor
17
Cerebral
0
Survival
0
