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Alienated (2020): Cast & Ratings

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Alienated is a 2020 sci-fi romantic film directed by Darryl Anka, starring Michael Aaron Carico as David Bennett, Merrick Hanna and Daniel Wilkinson. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and was made on a reported $200,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 51/100.

Echo Score
51
budget
$200K
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Alienated (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Director
Darryl Anka
Genres
Sci-Fi , Romance
Original language
English
Budget
$200K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Alienated About?

The premise of Alienated without spoilers.

David Bennett, a scientist grappling with OCD and a complicated relationship with his father, experiences a profound encounter with a UFO. He falls for Jordan Waters, a captivating artist with secrets of her own. As David grows closer to Jordan, he discovers she is an alien being pursued by Ray Watts, a relentless conspiracy theorist determined to expose her.

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Cast & crew

Alienated Cast & Characters

Michael Aaron Carico leads the cast as David Bennett, with Merrick Hanna as Teen David Bennett and Daniel Wilkinson as Marty Bennett. Directed by Darryl Anka; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Alienated Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 51/100, strongest in rewatch factor (60) and weakest in character & emotion (44).

51 /100

Alienated Echo Score Breakdown

Alienated delivers a mixed experience that oscillates between modest charm and noticeable shortcomings. The low‑budget production limits its visual polish, and critics repeatedly point out uneven acting and drawn‑out pacing. Yet the film offers occasional flashes of originality, such as a plausible science‑fiction premise and a well‑crafted final act that some viewers find rewarding. While it may appeal to fans of indie sci‑fi, the uneven execution tempers its overall appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 48

    Artistic execution in Alienated is hampered by its modest budget, resulting in uneven cinematography and a conspicuous low‑budget aesthetic. Reviewers note poor visual quality and amateurish editing, though the film’s concluding fifteen minutes receive praise for tighter direction. Consequently, the craft shows brief highlights amid generally lackluster production values.

  • Character & Emotion 44

    Character work in Alienated suffers from inconsistent performances, with many critics calling the acting childish, poor, or even amateur. Nonetheless, a few reviewers commend believable moments and a delightful lead performance that adds some emotional resonance. The overall impression is that sporadic strengths are outweighed by pervasive weak portrayals.

  • Story & Flow 58

    Storytelling in Alienated is uneven, with detractors highlighting a slow pace, wandering subplots, and reuse of familiar sci‑fi tropes. Conversely, several reviewers praise its unique hypothesis, engaging twists, and a satisfying climax that elevates the narrative. The film thus blends moments of originality with a generally meandering structure, resulting in a mixed narrative impact.

  • Sensory Experience 45

    Sensory elements in Alienated receive limited commendation; critics describe the cinematography and visual design as poor and amateurish, and no notable soundtrack or sound design is mentioned. While occasional visual moments succeed, the overall sensory experience remains underdeveloped, reflecting the film’s constrained production resources.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    Rewatch potential for Alienated is modest; its low‑budget charm and occasional narrative payoff appeal to niche sci‑fi enthusiasts, as noted by several reviewers who found the finale rewarding. However, the film’s sluggish pacing, uneven acting, and limited sensory polish diminish its replay value for broader audiences.

Cars

Cars in Alienated

2 cars on screen: the 2001 Toyota Corolla and the 2010 GMC Terrain.

  • 2001 Toyota Corolla in Alienated 2001 Toyota Corolla Important role
  • 2010 GMC Terrain in Alienated 2010 GMC Terrain Background role

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FAQ

Alienated FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Alienated, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Alienated?

Alienated runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was Alienated released?

Alienated was released on June 24, 2020.

Who directed Alienated?

Alienated was directed by Darryl Anka.

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Who is in the cast of Alienated?

Alienated stars Michael Aaron Carico as David Bennett, Merrick Hanna as Teen David Bennett and Daniel Wilkinson as Marty Bennett, among 13 credited actors.

What was the budget of Alienated?

Alienated had a reported budget of $200,000.

Does Alienated have a post-credit scene?

No. Alienated has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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