Galaxis

Plot summary

According to mythology a gem held dear by individuals generates energy for sustaining vitality. Its existence began at the start of the universe. Villain Kyla (Richard Moll) tries to find the object and utilize its inherent energy to increase his sphere of influence. He successfully obtains the device subsequent to defeating its protectors on the world called Sintaria. Meanwhile, protagonist Ladera (Brigitte Nielsen), a freedom fighter with the ability of invisibility, makes her way to Earth to seek out a sister gem to stalemate Kyla so he cannot obtain the object. Once there she discovers Jed retrieved the object already from its secure location, however Victor Menendez and his mercenaries also wish to own the device in recompense for monies owed to them by Jed. Ladera dispatches Victor and his minions and in the process protects her friend Jed. Ladera and Jed band together to seek out the first gem in order to thwart the plans of Kyla.

Filming

Galaxis was the feature film directorial debut for William Mesa. His prior credits included serving as visual effects supervisor for Under Siege and The Fugitive. The film is 91 minutes in duration. Filmmaker Sam Raimi made a cameo appearance in the movie.

Release

The film was released to VHS format for purchase in June 1995.

Reception

The Houston Chronicle wrote a negative review, commenting: "Movies like this could give 'direct to video' a bad name." The review wrote that the action sequences were alright, and that the film probably suffered from its low budget and poor script. In The Sci-Fi Movie Guide, Chris Barasanti called it "derivative and joyless".