Much better than its reputation indicates
I watched it last night.
I avoided it for 25 years because the reviews for the film are abysmal and even the audience score on RT and the IMDB score are low. However, I'll be damned if I didn't think it was a fun movie.
At only 90 minutes it's surprisingly short and it feels like they only included the broad strokes of the plot--it's the kind of movie that feels like there's probably a director's cut with half an hour of extra footage out there somewhere--but still, there's a coherent story with a proper beginning, middle and end.
Where the film really shines though is the production design. It's actually an amazing-looking movie and a deliciously rich example of the mid-90s sci-fi action aesthetic. Not only does it feature great sets, it also uses a very effective mix of practical effects and CGI.
I ran across it on HBO and decided to give it a look. No regrets. It was a nostalgic experience for me because, as they say, they don't make movies like this anymore.