Big things have small beginnings...

Now THAT is how I want my sci fi! THAT is how you maximise a budget!

With a premise utterly wedged in accessible scientific intrigue and clear inspiration from the likes of the phenomenal Contact, this is sci fi with an enormous heart that deserves to be seen by millions. Sure, the acting is hammy at times and various twists and turns are signposted from the off, but the sheer watch-ability of it helped by its fantastic pacing and score makes this one of my films of the year. Honestly if you like stories of the little people doing huge things, find the time to see it.

A micro budget indie gem of a sci-fi flick that's full of heart. It's obviously that everyone involved had a great time producing this. Could have used a bit of editing down, which would have maintained the tension a little better, but was well worth the watch. Can I join the Astro-Nuts, too?

I took what I learned from Contact and applied it here. This micro-budget sci-fi was a real treat. It stays close to the science, more so than most, but still delivers this at the fraction of the cost of more notable projects.
The acting is very strong throughout and the script is, for the most part, top drawer. Elevated by a strong, imposing yet considered score, the characters are beautifully developed, even if their introductions at the outset feel a fraction laboured, contributing to what some might argue is an overlong running time. Personally, I could have watched it for another hour, at least. Not sure whether that's the film fan or the sci-fi nerd in me, but regardless, I still didn't want it to end so soon! An obscure gem of a find that will probably be missed by most. Proof positive that sci-fi doesn't have to be supermassive.

There are 2 things I like about this film:

1. How well-balanced the framing between 3 characters. Confined in a car, they succeed to display the 3 main characters in a pretty equal part.
2. Although this is a sci-fi, it scared me when watching this. But it's not a cheap one like jumpscares. It's kinda like teasing, made me thinking like "oh my god, would there be animal or some sort of ghost or the alien that will attack them?" but there isn't, which is good because the genre stayed on its track.

Can we dial it back just a little guys??? I mean everything. If it wasnt an indie film I would think this is the best science fiction parody of all time. Too much soap opera dialogue, too much score, too many oh merrrr geeerrd reaction shots. The last 10 minutes was so cringy my body ached after.... and the hats! HAHAHAHA ooooh the hats! Haaaahahahaaaa.... stunning, stunning piece of indie history. God bless!

B-movie with B-actors and low budget that deserve Blockbuster status.
Just see it.

Can we dial it back just a little guys??? I mean everything. If it wasnt an indie film I would think this is the best science fiction parody of all time. Too much soap opera dialogue, too much score, too many oh merrrr geeerrd reaction shots. The last 10 minutes was so cringy my body ached after.... and the hats! HAHAHAHA ooooh the hats! Haaaahahahaaaa.... stunning, stunning piece of indie history. God bless!

Quite an economical piece of storytelling.

Spectacular, breathtaking, a true masterpiece. Transcending cinematic experience. A story that captures you and doesn't let go until the very last second. They showed Hollywood that you can make great films without a budget. They've motivated young filmmakers around the globe to never stop telling stories and pursuing their true passion. As a huge fan of space exploration, space related films from Apollo 13 to Interstellar...I have the highest criteria when watching these kind of films. I can only say this one is by far one of my personal favorites. A must see.

This review may contain spoilers. I can handle the truth.

Wow! So Low Budget Yet What a Bang of a Movie. This is one of the best simple and realistic extraterrestrial movie i have ever seen. It was a bit long which felt like unnecessary but i was all worth it at the end.

Falsely marketed. The poster is misleading too. Although a good inde si-fi.

I love this movie it blow my mind it was zero budget. I got to say it is so inspiring to me to see filmmakers like this. Congrats on the film looking forward to seeing what Zander & ELL have coming next! I can’t wait to get to speak to you guys on the Ferra Films Podcast.