I was interested in the concept of this film and so I watched it despite the 1.5 star cable TV rating it got. I was immediately drawn into the predicament of the characters and loved the ending.
In terms of form, the effects, the sets, and the filming were believable and good. The acting has been much criticized, but I find that in real life, real people aren't such good actors. This film's acting had a documentary feel about it and is definitely worth watching.
The quiet pace of this film establishes a mood that reinforces the lonely exile facing the characters. It doesn't quite live up to the eerie feel of Kubrick's 2001, but it comes close.
The basic idea of this film--people facing death in space exploration, is a noble one, and the ending gives a payoff worthy of this film's purpose.
I note that this little film from Spain has earned a lot of viewer comment, both positive and negative, much of it passionate. I find that interesting. However, I was disappointed with many of the negative reviews. I think they missed the point of this film.
In terms of form, the effects, the sets, and the filming were believable and good. The acting has been much criticized, but I find that in real life, real people aren't such good actors. This film's acting had a documentary feel about it and is definitely worth watching.
The quiet pace of this film establishes a mood that reinforces the lonely exile facing the characters. It doesn't quite live up to the eerie feel of Kubrick's 2001, but it comes close.
The basic idea of this film--people facing death in space exploration, is a noble one, and the ending gives a payoff worthy of this film's purpose.
I note that this little film from Spain has earned a lot of viewer comment, both positive and negative, much of it passionate. I find that interesting. However, I was disappointed with many of the negative reviews. I think they missed the point of this film.