Prospect
Prospect

Movie spotlight

Prospect

2016
Movie
14 min
English

What would you do if you had a day to make things right?

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users75%
Director: Zeek Earl and Chris CaldwellGenres: Sci-Fi, Adventure, Crime

Plot Summary

A teenage girl and her father travel to an alien moon to mine valuable gems. Their expedition takes a dangerous turn when they encounter a lone, desperate prospector. Forced into an uneasy alliance, they must navigate the treacherous alien environment and their own conflicting motives to survive.

Critical Reception

Prospect was generally well-received by critics and audiences, praised for its unique world-building, strong performances, and gritty, lo-fi aesthetic that eschews typical space opera tropes for a more grounded and intimate sci-fi experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and lived-in science fiction world.

  • Commended for the strong performances, particularly from Sophie Thatcher and Jay Duplass.

  • Appreciated for its mature themes and deviation from conventional sci-fi narratives.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's original concept and atmospheric setting, with many highlighting the compelling character dynamics and the fresh take on the sci-fi genre.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, retro-futuristic design of the spacesuits and equipment was intentionally crafted to feel worn-in and functional, reflecting the characters' resourcefulness and the harsh environment they inhabit.

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