Red Rover
Red Rover

Red Rover

2018Movie95 minEnglish

After feeling he has nothing left to live for on earth, a lonely geologist tries to qualify for a one-way mission to Mars with the help of an offbeat musician who is just as lost as he is.

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IMDb3.0/10
Director: Lexi AlexanderGenres: Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the year 2035, a desperate crew embarks on a mission to Mars to retrieve a valuable energy source. However, upon arrival, they discover that a rival corporation has already claimed the planet. A fierce battle for survival and resources ensues, testing the crew's loyalty and their will to complete their mission against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

Red Rover received largely negative reviews from critics and audiences. It was criticized for its low production values, derivative plot, and poor execution, despite a few performances that were noted as attempting to elevate the material.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak script and predictable plot points.
  • Visual effects and overall production quality are considered subpar.
  • Performances are often uninspired, failing to carry the weak narrative.

Google audience: Audience feedback for Red Rover is scarce, but available comments generally reflect disappointment with the film's unoriginality and low-budget feel.

Fun Fact

Despite its release in 2018, the film was shot in Bulgaria, which is a common location for lower-budget science fiction productions aiming to cut costs.

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