10 1979

10 is a film about a human male approaching the later stage of his biological usefulness. Rather than confronting aging with dignity, he panics — abandoning his current mate to chase a woman he has never spoken to, simply because she fits his species’ top-tier visual standard.

The rating system — from 1 to 10 — is entirely subjective and unexplained. Still, the woman is referred to as a “perfect 10,” based on symmetry, hair arrangement, and the ability to run in slow motion. The man, meanwhile, is visibly deteriorating in both body and decision-making.

Much of the film consists of him following this woman across public and private spaces, despite having no plan beyond “being near her.” At no point does he demonstrate qualities that would suggest he is a suitable match — unless obsession, self-pity, and piano playing are more attractive to human females than previously recorded.

Eventually, he discovers that physical perfection alone does not satisfy emotional needs. This appears to surprise him.

There is a repeated musical cue involving “Boléro,” which humans associate with mating rituals. It plays for nearly 15 minutes in one stretch, possibly as a mating endurance test.

From a Nebulite strategic perspective: this species places such a high value on outer appearance that logic becomes optional. A well-designed decoy organism with a symmetrical exterior could likely control vast portions of the population. Alternately, they could be lured into containment using mirrors.

Conclusion: Humans panic when they age, worship appearance over compatibility, and confuse longing with love. If invaded, they would likely try to seduce the invasion fleet.

Recommend further observation. Possibly followed by dinner.