Movie spotlight
Space: 2000
A magnificent cardboard spaceship crashes in the grass, so the crew of the Enterprise beams down to the scene to render first aid. However, buckets of enemies are just waiting for their moment to put that alien crew to flight - only they didn't count on the phasers & fists of our heroes!
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Plot Summary
In the year 1999, the inhabitants of Moonbase Alpha, a lunar colony, are forced to flee their home when a mysterious cosmic event propels the Moon out of Earth's orbit and into deep space. Led by Commander John Koenig, the survivors embark on a perilous journey through the galaxy, encountering strange alien worlds, advanced civilizations, and dangerous phenomena, all while struggling to find a way back to Earth.
Critical Reception
Space: 1999 was a visually ambitious science fiction series that garnered a dedicated cult following for its impressive special effects and unique premise. While its narrative and character development sometimes drew criticism, its groundbreaking production design and thematic exploration of humanity's place in the cosmos were often praised. It remains a significant entry in the genre for its scale and visual innovation.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its stunning visual effects and ambitious production design.
Critiqued for occasionally weak scripts and character depth.
Remembered for its unique premise of the Moon becoming a spaceship.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the show's impressive visual spectacle for its time and its imaginative sci-fi concepts. Some viewers found the storylines to be less engaging than the visuals, while others appreciated the show's more serious tone compared to other contemporary sci-fi.
Fun Fact
The iconic Eagle spacecraft featured in the series was designed by Derek Meddings, who also worked on the special effects for the James Bond film 'Thunderball'.
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