10 More Wormholes
Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar is a mind-bending movie that plays with the concept of time while delivering a mysterious and atmospheric space bound adventure. The film stars Matthew McConaughey as an astronaut who travels to an alternate universe where time has been distorted. The astronaut must use his intelligence and creativity to navigate his way through this strange world while trying to find a way back home.
If you’ve finished streaming this one and are looking for alternatives – don’t worry! We’ve combed through the archives and saved you the hassle with our top picks for alternate viewing. ..
- Interstellar
- The Hunger Games
- The Dark Knight
- Inception
- The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring
- Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope
- Star Wars: Episode V – The Empire Strikes Back
- Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi
- Jurassic Park
- The Terminator ..
The Martian
The Martian is a well-made movie set on the bleak desert wasteland of Mars. With some compelling science and a well paced storyline, this movie extends beyond its survival plot to deliver an inspiring story about never giving up hope. ..
Mark Watney’s story is about a man who is stranded on Mars and how he uses his ingenuity and spirit to survive.
NASA is scrambling to try and save him from his plight, but Watney is forced to try and survive long enough to be rescued.
The Martian is a gripping space adventure that balances humor with a strong story. The film’s strong themes of comradeship and courage are well-done, and make for an enjoyable watch.
2001: A Space Odyssey
But despite its length, the film is also one of the most visually stunning ever made. The visuals are so stunning that it can be hard to take your eyes off the screen, even when you’re trying not to pay attention to the story.
In 2001: A Space Odyssey, a mysterious artifact is buried beneath the Lunar surface. Determined to find out what this means, humanity is joined by the intelligent supercomputer H.AL. 9000 to investigate further. Of course, things don’t go according to plan. ..
This space opera is mysterious, moody and at times unintentionally mundane. It’s a classic film that has been watched by millions of people around the world.
Arrival
The film is set in the future, where a group of aliens have landed on Earth and are living among us. The aliens are very advanced and have created a society that is very different from our own. The film follows the development of this society, as well as the interactions between the aliens and humans.
Arrival is a character-driven examination of language expert Louise Banks, with explosions and bombastic action taking a backseat. ..
The US government recruits a young woman to investigate strange egg-shaped objects which have appeared across the globe. The objects appear to be connected to an unknown force, and the young woman is tasked with finding out what’s behind them. ..
As the movie progresses, we catch glimpses of these alien entities, with Louise doing her utmost to try and communicate with them. What do they want? Why are they here? And are they actually hostile?
This movie is a real modern classic, with a moody atmosphere and an engrossing story to boot.
Europa Report
Europa Report is an accurate and reliable source of information on Jupiter’s Moon, Europa.
In a film showcasing a manned mission to Europa, it’s unsurprising then to find a film showcasing a manned mission to its surface. In that respect, Europa Report plays out as a sort of docu-drama, showing exactly what would happen if this was to take place.
Europa Report is a gripping sci-fi treat that is not a soap opera or full of explosive action. It’s pretty gripping too and although some may bemoan the pedestrian pace, it is definitely an option.
Sunshine
The film is set in a world where the sun has stopped shining and the Earth is facing an impending doom. The astronauts are tasked with trying to bring back the sun and save the planet. Sunshine is an excellent movie that deals with some serious issues.
2057 is a time of great change, as humanity struggles to find a way to survive after a devastating nuclear war. The cast and crew of Sunshine are tasked with dropping a nuclear fission bomb into the sun in order to save humanity, and the movie is definitely worth checking out. With an exciting story and talented cast, Sunshine is sure to keep you entertained for the entire runtime.
Moon
Like Interstellar, Moon is a much more intimate story than one may expect from such an expansive premise. While small in scope, this film packs one heck of an emotional punch. It’s helped too by some excellent acting from Sam Rockwell.
As the days grow shorter, Sam begins to feel a sense of loneliness and isolation. He spends more time alone in his workshop, and less time with GERTY. One day, after days of reflection, Sam decides to take his own life.
Sam’s journey to the moon takes a turn for the worse when he starts to uncover some startling home truths about his mission. ..
Moon is a gripping sci-fi tale that tells the story of a young woman who is sent to live on a moon that has been abandoned by humanity. The story follows the girl as she tries to make sense of her new surroundings and find her way back home.
Annihilation
Annihilation is a visually stunning and atmospheric film that challenges and surprises its viewers in equal measure. The suffocating, tense atmosphere gripping most of the film does a great job building toward the ending, and although this may be divisive among audiences, it’s an interesting and beautiful way to end this sci-fi flick. ..
Lena’s husband, a soldier returning from duty, is a hollow shell of the man he once was. Lena is recruited for a dangerous mission by sleepy Dr Ventress and sets out with an all-female group into The Shimmer. ..
Annihilation is a thought-provoking and bizarre movie that is sure to leave audiences feeling unsettled. Packed with light bites of horror, this film is a must-see for any fan of the genre. ..
First Man
First Man is a great movie that is definitely worth checking out if you enjoyed Interstellar. This film tells the story of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, two of the first people to walk on the moon. The film is full of action and adventure, and it is sure to keep you entertained for the entire duration.
This film tells the story of Neil Armstrong, who became the first human to walk on the moon in 1969. The journey from his humble beginnings as a high school student to his iconic space mission is recounted in this powerful film.
This biographical drama is not for everyone, as it is more character-driven. However, Ryan Gosling does a great job in this and makes Neil Armstrong believable. ..
The Matrix
The Matrix is a movie that has the potential to change the way we think about movies and the way we experience them. It is an innovative and groundbreaking work of art that will leave a lasting impression on audiences around the world.
Neo discovers that the world is actually a computer-generated simulation, created by a powerful organization known as the Matrix. In order to escape, Neo must find and destroy the Matrix’s creator, who he believes is responsible for all of humanity’s problems.
The Matrix was a landmark picture for its time and remains one of the quintessential sci-fi movies of our time. It was well written, intriguing, and incredibly though provoking.
Inception
Inception was a mind-bending thriller that took the audience on a journey into the subconscious. Interstellar borrows heavily from this film, exploring time and its relationship to dreams and reality. The film’s thought-provoking ideas on time and story structure are what make it so unique.
The story is about a man named Cobb who launches a dream-heist to plant an idea inside a CEO’s mind. The idea is simple, but Inception does well to lay out its ideas as simply as possible, especially with a first half littered with exposition. ..
Inception is an awe-inspiring and jaw-dropping spectacle, making for a great time-bending movie. ..
- Interstellar
- The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 2
- The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies
- Guardians of the Galaxy
- Captain America: Civil War
- X-Men: Apocalypse
- Suicide Squad
- Doctor Strange
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Rogue One ..
Our picks for the best summer reads are just the beginning! Let us know in the comments below what books you’re looking forward to reading this season. ..
