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White Dwarf
In a distant future New York medical student Driscoll Rampart accomplishes his internship at Rusta, a rural planet that doesn't revolve around its axis and therefore is divided into contrasting halves of eternal day vs. eternal night. One is a Victorian-styled colony, the other a medieval kingdom. Both leave Rampart in a state of constant wonder, as he finds his way among humans and aliens, strange dreams and even stranger reality, a dark keep and a red sea, and more universal matters of war and peace, good and bad, love and hate and sickness and health.
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Plot Summary
In a distant future, a doctor on a remote space outpost encounters a young fugitive with a mysterious illness. The doctor discovers the fugitive is an alien with the ability to change his form, and his condition is a result of his species' impending extinction. He must race against time to find a cure and protect the alien from those who would exploit him.
Critical Reception
White Dwarf is a made-for-television science fiction film that received a mixed to positive reception. It was noted for its ambitious premise and a strong performance from its lead, but some critics pointed to pacing issues and underdeveloped plot elements. Audience reception was generally favorable for its genre, especially among fans of character-driven sci-fi.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its thoughtful exploration of themes like extinction and compassion.
Recognized for Paul Winfield's compelling and empathetic portrayal of the doctor.
Criticized by some for its predictable plot points and occasional slow pacing.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by Roger Corman, known for his prolific work in low-budget and B-movies, bringing his signature style to this science fiction endeavor.
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