Cosmonaut
Cosmonaut

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Cosmonaut

2009
Movie
83 min
Italian

Against the backdrop of the space race between the Soviets and the US, a 15-year-old girl struggles to affirm her political and gender identity in 1960s Italy.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Edgardo González, Luis GarcíaGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

In the 1960s, astronaut trainee Diego travels to Russia to train for a space mission. While there, he falls in love with a woman named Angela, who is married to another cosmonaut. Their forbidden romance unfolds against the backdrop of the intense pressures of the space race, testing their loyalties and desires.

Critical Reception

Cosmonaut received a mixed to positive reception. Critics often praised its emotional depth and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Goya Toledo and Leonardo Sbaraglia. However, some found the pacing to be slow at times, and the narrative occasionally predictable. Audiences generally appreciated the romantic storyline and the historical setting.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its poignant exploration of love and sacrifice amidst historical context.

  • Some reviewers noted that the film's emotional impact was hindered by its deliberate pacing.

  • The performances of the lead actors were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in both Spanish and Russian, reflecting the international setting of the story.

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