Solaris (1972)

What is it about?

The Solaris mission has established a base on a planet that appears to host some kind of intelligence, but the details are hazy and very secret. After the mysterious demise of one of the three scientists on the base, the main character is sent out to replace him. He finds the station run-down and the two remaining scientists cold and secretive.

Why should I watch it?

  • Directed by Andrei Tarkovsky
  • Highly rated

Trailer

Full movie (by Mosfilm)

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