Watch Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Beast Of Yucca Flats

Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Beast Of Yucca Flats is an outlandish 1999 science fiction film that has gained a cult following among fans of bad movies. The film follows failed Soviet scientist, Joseph Javorsky, as he defects to the United States, with a microfilm containing valuable information. While the scientist attempts to share his knowledge with American officials, a nuclear bomb explosion unexpectedly transforms him into a wild beast.

The movie starts with three characters, Mike Nelson, Tom Servo, and Crow T. Robot, who are stranded on a spaceship, the Satellite of Love, all alone but for each other. With no way to pass the time, they decide to watch an old cheesy movie called The Beast of Yucca Flats. Through their sarcastic jabs and one-liners, the trio becomes the movie audience's surrogate, making even the worst of films enjoyable through their dry mockery and pop culture references.

The film itself is a bizarre mash-up of footage, with some scenes filmed in black and white, while others filmed in color, resulting in a jarring blend of different aesthetics. The sound quality is also highly inconsistent, with many scenes being silent and punctuated by the occasional dialogue. The choices made in terms of editing, cinematography, and sound lend themselves to that vintage B-movie feel, and provide ample fodder for the MST3K team’s commentary.

Perhaps one of the most notable aspects of The Beast of Yucca Flats is the film's lack of dialogue. The film is predominantly a silent movie, with an intense and foreboding score, haunting compositions, and a narrative that unfolds through the visuals rather than through spoken words. This adds an extra layer of absurdity to the film, as the commentary team is left to interpret the actions of the characters, ultimately making hilarious assumptions and reciting endless jokes to fill in the gaps of the plot.

The plot itself is almost difficult to follow, as Javorsky's transition from human to monster occurs without much explanation or backstory. The movie sees Javorsky engaging in a variety of violent interactions with bystanders as he roams naked through the Yucca Flats. Besides transforming into an animal, it is unclear what the radiation did to him and rather than seeking to return to his human form, Javorsky becomes a menace to society, attacking and killing whoever crosses his path. This prompts the police to launch a manhunt for Javorsky, who is now the terrifying Beast of Yucca Flats.

The MST3K team hilariously mocks the insane plot, with their snarky comments and jokes providing comedic gold throughout the movie. The film's visuals and low-budget effects also greatly appall the team, leading to some of their most memorable one-liners. The acting in the film is as bad as the plot, with awkward performances and stilted dialogue providing additional fodder for the MST3K team's hilarious commentary. Overall, while The Beast of Yucca Flats is not a masterpiece, it is a hilarious and ridiculous movie that is perfect for the MST3K crew and fans of B-movies.

In conclusion, Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Beast Of Yucca Flats is a classic example of a bad movie that has been elevated to incredible heights of humor through the brilliant comedic routines of the MST3K crew. The bizarre, poorly executed plot, sparse dialogue and rough cinematography all make for a fantastic and entertaining movie to riff on, and their clever quips and sharp observations add an extra layer of hilarity to the already absurd film. The Beast of Yucca Flats is a true cult classic and highly recommended for those seeking a good laugh at the expense of a truly terrible movie.

Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Beast Of Yucca Flats is a 1995 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes.