Stranded on Mars with only a monkey as a companion, an astronaut must figure out how to find oxygen, water, and food on the lifeless planet.
I have to say, watching this now (2016), I can't help but be struck by the similarity to "The Martian". There are major differences, of course, but you cannot help but wonder if this film in some small way influenced that one. Or, you know, maybe it is just a coincidence.
This is a pretty good science fiction film. Unlike "The Martian", it seems to solve the oxygen problem a bit too easily and with a more or less supernatural answer. But I like the blend of space and Robinson Crusoe. Very clever. I believe this film might even have been picked up by the Criterion Collection; that seems like a strange choice for them, but would only boost this film's respect.
I have to say, watching this now (2016), I can't help but be struck by the similarity to "The Martian". There are major differences, of course, but you cannot help but wonder if this film in some small way influenced that one. Or, you know, maybe it is just a coincidence.
This is a pretty good science fiction film. Unlike "The Martian", it seems to solve the oxygen problem a bit too easily and with a more or less supernatural answer. But I like the blend of space and Robinson Crusoe. Very clever. I believe this film might even have been picked up by the Criterion Collection; that seems like a strange choice for them, but would only boost this film's respect.