Stranded

What it’s about

The first crewed expedition to Mars ends in disaster when their spacecraft crashes onto the planet's surface. The astronauts lose contact with Earth and must rely on their courage and ingenuity to stay alive. They are isolated in a barren, rocky desert, millions of miles from any possible rescue. Desperate choices are forced upon them as they try to survive with limited resources. Their situation grows more dire as they explore a strange object in a giant canyon, unaware of the astonishing discovery that awaits them.

What hooks you

Vincent Gallo and Maria de Medeiros star as Luca Baglioni and Jenny Johnson. The film was shot on the Canary Islands using an orange filter, giving Mars a distinctive appearance. The catalogue slogan reads '150 million miles from hope,' underscoring the crew's desperate isolation.

Who it’s for

It is a good pick for those who like science fiction that focuses on survival and the psychological toll of being stranded on an alien world. It will also appeal to viewers who enjoy stories about human resilience and the unknown.