"Species" at 30: A Guilty Pleasure Retrospective. Despite a derivative plot, the 1995 sci-fi horror film "Species" remains a compelling B-movie experience. The film benefits from solid performances and, notably, the creature design by H.R. Giger, renowned for his work on "Alien." While not a cinematic masterpiece, "Species" offers a satisfying dose of creature feature thrills and stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of well-crafted B-movies. Its anniversary provides an opportunity to revisit this flawed but entertaining sci-fi offering.