7 Suns
7 Suns

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7 Suns

2009
Movie
87 min
English

A man called "The Black" is hired to smuggle a group of undocumented migrants into the United States. He wants to quit the smuggling business and claims this is his last trip. His superiors, now suspicious, send Gavilan, a younger smuggler, to keep an eye on him. During the troubled crossing, the smugglers fight and eventually lose part of their human cargo. "The Black" escapes from his former associates but also needs to ecape from the Border Patrol.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: Aleksandr BarshakGenres: Sci-Fi, Action, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic Russia, where the remnants of humanity struggle for survival, a group of young survivors are drawn into a mysterious and dangerous game. They are forced to fight for their lives against each other and unknown forces, all while unraveling the secrets behind their bleak existence and the truth about the 'Suns'.

Critical Reception

7 Suns received mixed to negative reviews, with many critics citing its derivative plot, uneven pacing, and underdeveloped characters. While some appreciated its ambitious attempt at a Russian-made post-apocalyptic sci-fi film, the overall reception was lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable storyline and a lack of originality.

  • Visuals and action sequences are inconsistently executed.

  • The premise holds potential but is ultimately let down by poor execution.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 7 Suns are scarce, but those available often point to the film's ambitious scope being undermined by its execution and lack of polish.

Fun Fact

Despite its post-apocalyptic setting, the film was shot in and around Moscow, utilizing various urban and industrial locations to create its desolate atmosphere.

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