IKARIE XB 1

Jindrich POLAK
  • 2016
  • Cannes Classics
  • Restored prints

It is the second half of the XIInd century and a spaceship called Ikarie XB 1 is on its way to Alfa Centauri to search for extraterrestrial forms of life. Its crew, made up primarily of scientists from various fields, being far from our solar system, is exposed to unknown and unimaginable dangers. At the same time, though, it also deals with a number of their everyday worries as well as their delights.

This unique classic Czech sci-fi movie makes uses of masterful special effects and an impressive production design together with modern electronic music and a strong ensemble cast. The film is said to be among the most important sources of inspiration for Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Directed by : Jindrich POLAK
Year of production: 1963
Country: Czech Republic
Duration: 88 minutes

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Production

  • NATIONAL FILM ARCHIVE PRAGUE
    Malesicka 14
    13000
    Praha 3 Czech Republic
    T: +420604243290www.nfa.cz

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