Seres: Genesis
Seres: Genesis

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Seres: Genesis

2010
Movie
110 min
Spanish

When a young girl is found amid the wreckage of an accident caused by an alien craft, Mariel (Alejandra Barros), head of a secretive task force investigating the paranormal, must solve the riddle of a frightening message the girl delivers which suggests humanity is on the verge of extermination by a hostile alien force.

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IMDb4.0/10
Director: Ron ThorntonGenres: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure

Plot Summary

In the near future, a team of scientists uncovers evidence of an alien race that once inhabited Earth. As they delve deeper, they realize these beings, known as the Seres, left behind advanced technology that could either save humanity or destroy it. A race against time ensues as a shadowy organization seeks to weaponize this ancient power.

Critical Reception

Seres: Genesis received a generally lukewarm reception from critics, who often cited its derivative plot and uneven pacing. While some praised the visual effects and performances of the veteran cast, many found the film to be an uninspired entry into the science fiction genre. Audience reception was similarly mixed, with its low budget and direct-to-video release limiting its exposure.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually competent for its budget, but lacking in originality.

  • The plot feels like a rehash of familiar sci-fi tropes.

  • Performances from established actors are a highlight, but can't elevate the material.

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Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a pilot for a television series, but it did not move forward after its release.

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