Red Planet (2000)

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• Phil H

  
  The second Mars movie in the year 2000 and unfortunately it couldn't better the first offering 'Mission to Mars' but was actually a bit worse. Again I was kinda hoping for a serious slice of sci-fi with a possibility of some epic lavish visuals and ideas but this film… More
  The second Mars movie in the year 2000 and unfortunately it couldn't better the first offering 'Mission to Mars' but was actually a bit worse. Again I was kinda hoping for a serious slice of sci-fi with a possibility of some epic lavish visuals and ideas but this film goes completely in the oppersite direction and gives you a more action based silly affair, to be frank you can guess by looking at the cast line up. Kilmer, Sizemore, Bratt and Moss make up the space team this time and they do give a slightly better or less wooden performance than the team in 'MTM', you do get more of a grounded feeling from the characters instead of the perfect all American poster boy vibe you got with Sinise and Robbins in 'MTM'. Stamp heads the team to really try and give the film some gravitas but good old Terence can't quite get there, in fact his performance is the most stale of bunch oddly enough, I don't think space fits him too well. You get the same kind of orbital and planetary issues as you would expect, nothing too original, it all looks very nice though, the space suits and ships are cool and well designed and Mars is well presented. The plot is fun and makes you think but overall the film is highly unrealistic (much more than 'MTM' despite that films alien inclusion) but does give a more grounded line of thinking with alien life and how it could work. The problem I had with the film was the sub plot revolving around the man made robot 'AMEE', it just felt disappointing that one of the main risks to the crew would be a 'Terminator' style man made robot. In all honesty the film is fun and I quite like it, I like the whole space exploration concept and find it never gets dull and would welcome more films where teams explore our solar systems planets. It was a flop and I can see why, it starts off well but sinks fast into your average adventure, nothing outstanding, the 'Armageddon' of the two.

• moon r

  
  Tame sci-fi with not much of a story leaving the actors without much to work with.

• Mike S

  
  Mediocracy on Mars. Considering I expected it to blow though, that's not such a bad thing. The storyline isn't all that great, but the cast is decent enough and as are the special effects. A little more action and imagination sure wouldn't have hurt though. For this… More
  Mediocracy on Mars. Considering I expected it to blow though, that's not such a bad thing. The storyline isn't all that great, but the cast is decent enough and as are the special effects. A little more action and imagination sure wouldn't have hurt though. For this adds nothing to the sci-fi realm that we haven't seen and encountered before. My suggestion: go watch <i>Total Recall</i> instead. At least there the planet is a little more alive and exciting.

• Dean M

  
  This sci-fi flick has impressive effects, but they can't hide that the film is, emotionally, barren as Mars. I believe this SUCKS! Val Kilmer smirks his way through a stupid storyline that drags interminably and botches just about every scientific element in the laughable… More
  This sci-fi flick has impressive effects, but they can't hide that the film is, emotionally, barren as Mars. I believe this SUCKS! Val Kilmer smirks his way through a stupid storyline that drags interminably and botches just about every scientific element in the laughable script.

• Christopher A

  
  Red Planet is a below par Sci Fi where we follow a group of Astronauts to Mars to try and solve the problem of the dying Earth. The film starts well and builds suspense and intrigue and the whole Science vs Faith debate leaves us wondering what we may find. Unfortunately, Red Planet… More
  Red Planet is a below par Sci Fi where we follow a group of Astronauts to Mars to try and solve the problem of the dying Earth. The film starts well and builds suspense and intrigue and the whole Science vs Faith debate leaves us wondering what we may find. Unfortunately, Red Planet soon slips beyond the realms of believability as Killer Robots, flesh eating aliens and the heavily played on 'Space Janitor' are introduced. Val Kilmer does a good job and is likable as the Janitor who holds the mission together and Carrie-Anne Moss is always watchable, but everyone else is instantly forgettable including the scientist who turns schizo. Probably not as bad as some people make out but it doesn't do itself any favours. Overall you are left feeling disappointed as the build up promises much more than what is delivered. "This is it. That moment they told us in high school where one day, algebra would save our lives. "

• Anthony L

  
  This film got absolutely slated on its release but I thought it was quite good! A guilty pleasure of mine. Better than Mission to Mars anyway.

• Jason O

  
  Didn't like how it promoted the biggest hunk of bull ever in the form of evolution, but it was an enjoyable enough film. Saw it in the theater with my eldest brother and daddy.

• Lorenzo v

  
  <i>"Not A Sound. Not A Warning. Not A Chance. Not Alone."</i> An effort to circumvent global catastrophe becomes a disaster in its own right in this science fiction thriller. In the year 2050, Earth is on the verge of ecological disaster, and the Mars… More
  <i>"Not A Sound. Not A Warning. Not A Chance. Not Alone."</i> An effort to circumvent global catastrophe becomes a disaster in its own right in this science fiction thriller. In the year 2050, Earth is on the verge of ecological disaster, and the Mars Terraforming Project has been created in hopes of making our neighboring planet habitable so that a colony of Earthlings might begin a new civilization there. But the project goes awry, and Commander Kate Bowman (Carrie-Anne Moss) is put in charge of a rescue mission to set the system back on its feet. Bringing along astronaut Robby Gallagher (Val Kilmer) and scientists Dr. Quinn Burchenal (Tom Sizemore) and Dr. Bud Chantillas (Terrence Stamp), Bowman and her crew set out for Mars, but disaster strikes and the landing craft crashes into the red planet. The crew is stranded without communications as Bowman struggles to find a way to get them home; to make matters worse, the robot that was designed to serve and protect them has gone haywire, and is now attempting to hunt them down as prey. Red Planet was originally to have been released as Mars, but the producers changed the title to avoid confusion with Mission to Mars, released earlier the same year. <b><u>Review</u></b> From the very beginning, the script struggles with killing everybody off in a not too incredible manner in order for our heroes (who happen to be in love with each other) to return safe and merry. The actual point of the mission is fumbled up in some vague attempt striving towards action and can only be picked up if you're wearing magnifying glasses. Overall it's a pretty lame movie and if you're not into the whole Sci-fi genre with octagonal doors opening with a Star Trek inspired pssht sound, forget this one. For us Sci-fi fans, it's worth the time; perhaps not the money?

• Tsubaki S

  
  I'm just glad i didn't bother watching that other film about mars that was around those days. Carrie-Anne Moss looked do-able.

• Jason S

  
  It's ok. Not a great movie but worth the watch if you are into scifi. Way better than Mission to Mars....

• Aaron N

  
  [Urinating on the surface of Mars] Dr. Quinn Burchenal: Whoa! You sure do get some high arc in this low gravity. Gallagher: You watching this, AMEE? We're taking the first piss on Mars. It's a great looking B-movie. Released around the same time as Mission to Mars, this… More
  [Urinating on the surface of Mars] Dr. Quinn Burchenal: Whoa! You sure do get some high arc in this low gravity. Gallagher: You watching this, AMEE? We're taking the first piss on Mars. It's a great looking B-movie. Released around the same time as Mission to Mars, this was the superior film. Despite some holes, the movie is actually pretty smart in determining how to put it's characters into different situations and doesn't take itself too seriously. Gallagher: This is it. That moment they told us in high school where one day, algebra would save our lives. Dr. Quinn Burchenal: [Laughs] Shut up. Gallagher: Sorry. The story involves a team of scientists going to Mars, in hopes of saving Earth in some way. When they get there, problems arise as things are not how they should have been including the disappearance of the algae that was planted earlier, the mysterious atmosphere that has provided oxygen, and the teams robot which has gone into kill mode against them. Now they have to get off the planet before its too late. Val Kilmer has fun as the space janitor Gallagher, who becomes the lead character, despite being a replacement, barely getting on this mission. Gallagher: I prefer one moon, you know? That way you know what to call it: The Moon. Lt. Ted Santen: [Over the radio] More color commentary from the space janitor. Gallagher: The correct term is mechanical systems engineer. Chip Pettengill: ...But he will accept space janitor. Its also nice to see Carrie-Anne Moss have more fun than she seemed to as Trinity. Tom Sizemore always provides good chemistry with whoever he's on screen with. And even Emperor Zod himself, Terrence Stamp steps in to the picture. The effects are done nicely, and the plot is entertaining enough. This is a fun movie to watch. Dr. Quinn Burchenal: [after a discussion of faith] Listen, let's forget about all the religious stuff for now. Now, I say, Commander Bowman, to hell with humanity. I say, we take it. We just take it over for ourselves! Gallagher: [sounding very serious] Call Earth, tell them it sucks, and don't bother coming? Dr. Quinn Burchenal: [laughs] Yeah, whatever keeps the riffraffs out. Chantilas, you can do the religion thing. Gallagher, you can keep the space john working... Pettengail's... passed out, and I can do pretty much everything else. King. Commander Kate Bowman: What about me? [Team members give Bowman a look because it's totally obvious] Dr. Quinn Burchenal: You'll be my queen. Propagation of the species.

• Curtis L

  
  lame.

• Lafe F

  
  Very un-eventful movie, which was actually worse than "Mission to Mars" which was released the same year. Why does Hollywood release similar movies together?

• Dean !

  
  A poor sci-fi thriller in which not a lot happens. Must have been straight to DVD.

• xGary X

  
  Absolutely ludicrous drivel. Mission To Mars was bad, but this takes badness to a whole new level. Absurd.

• danny d

  
  at least it was better than mission to mars

• Jeffrey M

  
  It's certainly not the best film of the genre, but it's not the worst. The script is uneven, and the CGI a bit outdated. Still, I liked its literal approach to science fiction and the team's mission, an emphasis not on wowing the audience, so much as trying to create… More
  It's certainly not the best film of the genre, but it's not the worst. The script is uneven, and the CGI a bit outdated. Still, I liked its literal approach to science fiction and the team's mission, an emphasis not on wowing the audience, so much as trying to create tension and interest through the characters, which mostly works. The premise, as far fetched is it might be, is actually relatable, something many films of this specific genre lack. 3/5 Stars

• Steven V

  
  Good movie. A good old fashioned sci-fi mystery. Pretty neat how they made one of their helpers turn against themselves.

• Barry L

  
  I quite enjoyed this.

• Chad R

  
  Could of made this so much better...

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