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Solar Attack
When the sun's increasing expulsions of plasma threaten to ignite methane in our atmosphere, international tensions rise while scientists race for a solution to avoid natural disaster.
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Plot Summary
A solar flare threatens to destroy Earth and humankind faces extinction. A brilliant scientist and a determined astronaut must race against time to save the planet from this catastrophic event. They embark on a perilous mission into space to implement a desperate plan that could prevent the solar attack.
Critical Reception
Solar Attack was a made-for-television movie that received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences, largely criticized for its predictable plot and special effects that did not hold up well even for its time. It is generally regarded as a B-movie in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with weak writing and a lack of originality.
Special effects are often unconvincing, detracting from the viewing experience.
Performances are generally serviceable but cannot elevate the material.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate general disappointment with the film's execution, citing a derivative plot and subpar visual effects.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be released as a theatrical film but was ultimately distributed as a made-for-television movie.
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