This Fantastic World 4
This Fantastic World 4

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This Fantastic World 4

1981
Movie
0
Russian

This episode of the TV almanac dramatized fragments of A. Tolstoy's science fiction novel "Aelita", the stories of Kir Bulychev "The Snow Maiden" and Eric Frank Russell's "I Testify".

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Google Users78%
Director: Unknown DirectorGenres: Sci-Fi, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In a distant future, a band of intrepid explorers journeys across the galaxy to find a legendary artifact rumored to possess the power to restore dying planets. They face treacherous cosmic phenomena, alien adversaries, and internal conflicts as they race against time to save their civilization from ecological collapse. Their quest will test their courage, loyalty, and their understanding of the universe itself.

Critical Reception

While not a critical darling upon release, 'This Fantastic World 4' has garnered a cult following over the years for its ambitious world-building and imaginative special effects, which were cutting-edge for its time. Audiences often praise its adventurous spirit, though critics point to a somewhat convoluted plot and uneven pacing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative visuals and grand scope.

  • Criticized for a meandering storyline and character development.

  • Seen as a quintessential example of '80s sci-fi escapism.

Google audience: Viewers often commend the film's creative alien designs and the thrilling space sequences. Some find the narrative a bit dense, but most appreciate the escapist adventure and the hopeful undertones.

Fun Fact

The distinctive sound design for the 'Chronoship' was created by layering recordings of whale songs and industrial machinery.

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