While the core story is relatively predictable, the twist (which cost them an Oscar grrrr) elevates it. It’s a fantastic example of doing something well being more important than doing something new.
Dreamworks’ reputation was all over the place at its release, and the trailers made it look generic and dumb but it is celebrated for its comedic approach to the superhero genre.
"Stargate" is a science fiction film released in 1994, directed by Roland Emmerich and written by Emmerich and Dean Devlin.