Alan Reed, born in 1907, was an American actor and writer whose contributions to cult cinema include his role in Pickup on South Street (1953). In this classic film noir, he navigates the gritty underbelly of New York City, adding depth to the narrative with his performance. Reed also appeared in The Seniors (1978), a film that reflects the era's unique blend of comedy and drama. Additionally, he penned Creature (1985), showcasing his talent behind the scenes in the realm of horror and exploitation.
Creature
A crew of scientists arrives on a far, cold planet to examine archaic artifacts of unknown origin. They discover that their German enemies already have a ship there. When they seek their help after a failed landing, they only find the Germans’ bodies, obviously slaughtered by one of the archaic creatures, awoken to new life. Now the alien is after them.
