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Director: Michael Robison
Actors: David James Elliott, Anthony Lemke, Natalie Brown
PlotA privately funded space mission carrying the world's first hyper-speed spacecraft, the Helios, is launched with high hopes of revolutionizing space travel. The crew, comprised of an astronaut and a brilliant scientist, aims to propel mankind into a new era of exploration. However, soon after launch, an unexpected solar event disrupts the mission and causes a cascade of catastrophic malfunctions aboard the spacecraft. As the Helios loses control, it veers dangerously close to the sun, threatening to trigger a massive solar flare that could potentially devastate Earth.
On the ground, a specialized team of scientists, military officials, and government leaders scramble to find a solution before the impending disaster. Amidst the chaos, personal sacrifices and tense diplomatic negotiations unfold as global cooperation becomes crucial. The pressure mounts to intercept the spacecraft and avert a worldwide catastrophe while individuals confront their deepest fears and highest responsibilities. What follows is a race against time riddled with scientific ingenuity, intense drama, and monumental stakes as humanity faces one of its most significant existential threats.
Writers: Jeff Schechter
Release Date: 09 Sep 2013
Runtime: 174 min
Rating: N/A
Country: Canada
Language: English
'Exploding Sun' offers a clichéd yet entertaining experience with solid video and audio quality, though it borrows heavily from better films and includes minimal extras.
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