The Astronauts' Bodies
The Astronauts' Bodies

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The Astronauts' Bodies

2019
Movie
73 min
German

When his two mature children Anton and Linda start leaving the house, after graduation, father Michael stops taking care of his body. Anton sacrifices his body for a bed-rest-study to contribute to spacetraveling, while Linda is in search of her first sexual experience.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Carlos V. GutierrezGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a remote Spanish village, a series of unsettling events unfold after a supposed alien spacecraft crashes. A scientist investigates the mysterious phenomena, encountering strange occurrences and a growing sense of paranoia among the isolated community. As the boundaries between reality and delusion blur, he must uncover the truth behind the 'astronauts' and their connection to the village's dark secrets.

Critical Reception

The film received mixed to positive reviews, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and intriguing premise, though some found the pacing uneven. Audiences were generally captivated by its unique blend of science fiction and psychological thriller elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unsettling atmosphere and original concept.

  • Noted for strong performances, particularly from the lead actors.

  • Some critics pointed to a narrative that occasionally struggles with pacing and clarity.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Astronaut's Bodies' is not widely available through aggregated Google user reviews, making it difficult to ascertain specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in the remote regions of Galicia, Spain, contributing to its isolated and eerie atmosphere.

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