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The Space Between Us Movie Review

Name: The Space Between Us Movie Review
Item: The Space Between Us
Rating: 3
Author: Sivapriya Anand

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Review for the film " The Space Between Us"

Streaming On: Amazon Prime Video

Runtime: 02 Hours 00 Minute

Certificate: UA

Released: 03-02-2017

Genre: Adventure, Romance, Drama

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CAST & CREW

Barry Peterson

Andrew Lockington

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Producer:

Richard Barton Lewis

Music Director:

Andrew Lockington

Editor:

David Moritz

Director:

Peter Chelsom

Costume Designer:

Christopher Lawrence

Art Director:

Domenic Silvestri

Sound Designer:

Martyn Zub

First Assistant Director:

Mike Topoozian

Doug Metzger

Bruce Franklin

Second Assistant Director:

Michael Mccue

Jason Inman

Director of Photography:

Barry Peterson

Stunt Director:

Tim Bell

Executive Producer:

Simon Horsman

Sasha Harari

Ryan Kavanaugh

Robbie Brenner

Kevin Halloran

Adam Fogelson

Oren Aviv

Associate Producer:

Cherilyn Hawrysh

Patrick Murray

Second Unit Director:

John Albanis

Visual Effects Producer:

Eric Bruneau

Melissa Brockman

Still Photographer:

Jack English

Sound Effects Editor:

Charlie Campagna

Ando Johnson

empty:

Patrick Cyccone Jr

Myron Nettinga

Assistant Editor:

Joseph Dickerson

Assistant Costume Designer:

Stacy Caballero

Visual Effects Supervisor:

Wayne Brinton

Screenplay Writer:

Allan Loeb

Story Writer:

Allan Loeb

Richard Barton Lewis

Stewart Schill

Script Supervisor:

Sharron Reynolds

Gaffer:

James M Cox

Music Editor:

Jordan Corngold

Foley Artist:

Melissa Kennelly

Vince Nicastro

Production Designer:

Kirk M Petruccelli

Set Decorator:

Jessica Anderson

Storyboard Artist:

Gary Damian Thomas

Casting Associate:

Marie A Kohl

Casting Assistant:

Genica Lee

Makeup Artist:

Karla Muenze

Special Effects Technician:

Ken Rudell

Tom Von Badinski

Stunt Coordinator:

Charles Croughwell

Stunt Performer:

Haydn Dalton

Stunt Double:

Callie Croughwell

Hannah Betts

Camera Operator:

Robert Settlemire

Set Dresser:

Lenual Mukai

Dylan Kelling

Sound Mixer:

Jim Stuebe

Stunt Coordinator Assistant:

Chelsea Bruland

First Assistant Editor:

Brett Carroll

Costume Supervisor:

Donna L May

Set Designer:

Siobhan Roome

Costume Stylist:

Justin Bertges

Music Coordinator:

Jason Markey

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Peter Chelsom directs the fiction-based thriller, The Space Between Us. Richard Barton Lewis heads the production team and the distribution right goes to STX Films. Allan Loeb devised the screenplay. The music pieces are compositions of Andrew Lockington Andrew Lockington is a film score composer in Cana >> Read More... . Allan Loeb, Stewart Schill, and Richard Barton Lewis came up with the initial story.

The stellar cast of this movie includes Asa Butterfield Asa Butterfield was born on 1st April, 1997. He is >> Read More... as Gardner Elliot, playing the titular role, Gary Oldman One of the most respected actors in Hollywood. Kno >> Read More... as Nathaniel Shepherd, Carla Guggino as Kendra, and Britt Robertson Britt Robertson was born on 18th April 1990. She i >> Read More... as Tulsa. Other actors who contributed to this movie are Janet Montgomery, Trey Tucker Trey Tucker is an English actor who works in Holly >> Read More... , and Logan Paul. The unique storyline filled the viewers with curiosity.

Plot

The Space Between Us starts by showing a glimpse of a colonization mission on Mars to the audience. One of the astronauts, Sarah Elliot, discovers that she is pregnant while on the mission. She delivers her baby and soon dies due to complications. The baby named Gardner is kept a secret from authorities and brought up by fellow astronaut Kendra. After spending sixteen years of his life on Mars, Gardner is curious about his roots. Against the will of Nathaniel, a fellow astronaut, Kendra takes Gardner to Earth.

Upon reaching Earth, Gardner is kept in NASA’s quarters to prepare him for life on Earth and strengthen his resilience. He escapes from there with a friend named Tulsa. Together they try to find the person Gardner thinks is his father. Their attempt fails and Gardner suffers a heart collapse. He is brought to a hospital but no one knows about his origin and backstory. Will Kendra and Nathaniel reach on time to save him?

Who is his father?

Star Performances

The Space Between Us is a unique movie that unravels the possibility of life on Mars and its consequences. It showcases to viewers Gardner, a kid who has been nurtured on Mars his entire life. His role was quite challenging for a young and novice actor, but he delivered as per the expectations of the audience. His hard work and talent are appreciated the most by the viewers.

Analysis

The Space Between Us shows the viewers a glimpse into colonization on Mars, something we all have envisioned. Through its exceptional storytelling and minute details, the movie captures the hearts of the audience. The most appreciated fact is that although it is a futuristic movie, the sense of realism is not lost. It is a commendable trait of this particular film. There are a few areas where it could have been improved.

The film tries to bridge the gap between the future and the present, but it has failed in the execution of the plot. A few aspects of this piece can’t be easily comprehended by an average viewer. No extra efforts are taken to make it simple for the audience, making it not the first choice for everyone out there. Also, many questions have been left unanswered as the film progresses gradually. All in all, the flaws and merits of this piece balance out just perfectly.

What’s There?

A fresh storyline is brought to the public.
A strong character development is seen in the protagonist.

What’s not There?

Many loopholes are evident in the story.
Lack of effort is seen when it comes to the execution of the plot.

Verdict

The Space Between Us is a futuristic thriller that reminds the audience to think beyond their expectations. For all the curious minds out there, this may be the perfect match for you. Even if you aren’t scientifically inclined, this could prove as an interesting watch.

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