Earth Girls Are Easy

Earth Girls Are Easy

Year: 1989

Runtime: 100 min

Language: English

Director: Julien Temple

Sci-FiComedyRomanceMusical

After a spaceship carrying three furry aliens crash-lands in a Los Angeles backyard, Valerie finds her ordinary life turned upside down. The aliens, who have adopted human hairstyles, are introduced to a local beauty salon and quickly immerse themselves in American culture through television. Embracing the dating scene with enthusiasm, these intergalactic visitors cause quite a stir in 1980s Los Angeles as they navigate romance and adapt to their new surroundings.

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1

Valerie's Stagnant Love Life

In the sun-soaked San Fernando Valley, Valerie Gail, a manicurist, struggles with her uninspiring engagement to Dr. Ted Gallagher. Despite her efforts to revive the relationship, she feels increasingly dissatisfied and seeks comfort from her friend and salon manager, Candy Pink.

San Fernando Valley
2

Ted's Betrayal

Valerie's attempts to reignite her romance with Ted end in heartbreak as he comes home with a nurse, revealing where his true affections lie. Consumed by rage and despair, Valerie decides to cast him aside and focus on reclaiming her life.

3

Arrival of the Aliens

Meanwhile, on the distant planet Jhazalla, three furry beings—Mac, Zeebo, and Wiploc—yearn for friendship. Their desire leads them to crash their spacecraft into Valerie's pool, creating chaos in her serene day.

Valerie's Pool
4

Curiosity Over Fear

Initially terrified by the alien crash, Valerie's curiosity takes over, and she invites Mac, Zeebo, and Wiploc into her home. She seeks help from her laid-back friend Woody to fix the damage caused by the crash.

Valerie's Home
5

Ted's Attempts to Reconnect

As Ted tries to reconnect with Valerie, he finds her missing and discovers her strange new companions. His investigation leads him to the alien situation, which he mistakenly believes are MTV contest winners, adding to his frustration and confusion.

6

Makeover Day

Determined to help her new friends fit in, Valerie takes the aliens to the salon for a makeover. Despite initial doubts, Candy transforms them, allowing Mac and the others to blend into the human world.

Curl Up & Dye Salon
7

Nightclub Adventures

The newly transformed aliens capture attention at a local nightclub, particularly from Valerie, who is drawn to Mac's adventurous spirit. The night marks a pivotal moment where Valerie begins to reconsider her feelings for Ted.

Nightclub
8

Chaotic Beach Outing

Valerie's new friends find themselves on a chaotic beach trip initiated by Woody. Things spiral out of control when they inadvertently trigger a convenience store holdup and flee from the police in a comical reverse chase.

Beach
9

Ted's Search and Confrontation

As chaos unfolds, Ted's search for Valerie leads him to confront her about the aliens. His confrontations culminate in the cancellation of their wedding, pushing Valerie further toward her newfound connections.

10

Intervention and Capture

When Mac is captured during a police ambush, Valerie hatches a plan to disguise herself and rescue him. Posing as a medical professional, she sneaks into the chaos, showcasing her bravery and resourcefulness.

11

Plans for Elopement

After narrowly escaping, Valerie and Ted begin to reconsider their relationship, devising a spontaneous plan to elope to Las Vegas. However, Mac's emotional turmoil leads him to prepare for a farewell from his new friends.

12

Discovery of the Spaceship

Ted stumbles upon the hidden spaceship, causing a frantic effort from Valerie and the aliens to prevent him from revealing their secret. This discovery leads Valerie to a moment of clarity about her true feelings.

13

Flight into the Unknown

Realizing her love for Mac, Valerie makes the bold decision to join him as they board the spaceship together. With newfound determination, they launch into the vast unknown, leaving Earth and all its chaos behind.

Earth

Last Updated: November 22, 2024 at 16:20

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