Survivors
Survivors is a British post-apocalyptic fiction television series devised by Terry Nation and produced by Terence Dudley at the BBC from 1975 to 1977. It concerns the plight of a group of people who have survived an accidentally released plague – referred to as "The Death" – that kills nearly the entire human population of the planet.
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Plot Summary
A commercial airliner crashes in the Swiss Alps, leaving only a handful of survivors. As they struggle to stay alive in the harsh environment, they discover a horrifying secret: a deadly strain of bacteria, accidentally released from a crashed military transport, is rapidly spreading among them. With limited resources and dwindling hope, they must find a way to escape the mountain and prevent a global pandemic.
Critical Reception
Survivors was a moderately successful film that capitalized on the disaster movie craze of the 1970s. While praised for its suspenseful premise and tense atmosphere, some critics found the plot predictable and the scientific elements somewhat contrived. It remains a notable entry in the disaster genre, appreciated for its serious tone and ensemble cast.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful build-up and tense survival sequences.
- Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and underdeveloped characters.
- Effectively utilizes the isolated mountain setting for a sense of dread.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with some appreciating the thrilling survival aspects and the unique biological threat, while others found the film's pacing slow and its resolution unsatisfying.
Fun Fact
The film was one of Michael Crichton's early directorial efforts, showcasing his penchant for science-based thrillers that he would later explore in novels like 'The Andromeda Strain' and 'Jurassic Park'.
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