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Sci Fi Focus > Encyclopedia > Ray Bradbury > The Martian Chronicles
Our Rating: 3.5 out of 5
In a nutshell:
Based on Ray Bradbury's writings.
Originally a 3-part TV mini-series - try to get the full length version, not the version cut into a movie.
Plot Synopsis (may include spoilers):
Mars is a lot more hospitable than we've been led to believe. Human space missions reach Mars, and accidentally wipe out the Martians with chicken pox. Humans colonists travel to Mars, but many return home when a crisis develops on Earth. Earth is reduced to a radioactive wasteland by nuclear war. The humans on Mars must find a new way to live.
Best Bits:
- Other worldly Martians
Worst Bits:
- Dated production values and special effects
- Slow
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The Martian Chronicles
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 | Featuring Rock Hudson, Bernie Casey & Nicholas Hammond TCFHE/MGM Released: 2004-09-07 DVD Description: From the mind of science-fiction giant Ray Bradbury springs what is perhaps his most epic vision. Capturing mankind's first venture into the colonization of another planetand its tragic first contact with another species"The Martian Chronicles" is a stunning achievement that will take you from the edge of your seat'to the stars. Earth is on the verge of extinction. To survive, mankind must find another place to live. But when three expeditions to Mars, headed by Col. John Wilder (OscarÂ(r) nominee* Rock Hudson), find suitable conditions for relocation, humans pour in bythe shipload, bringing the old evils of Earth with them! As Wilder begins to heed the lessons of the dying Martian civilization, can he save humanity from repeating its doom? *1956: Actor, Giant List Price: $14.98* Lowest New Price: $7.15* Lowest Used Price: $5.37* Usually ships in 24 hours* *(As of 19:42 Pacific 9 Feb 2012 More Info) Buy It Now |
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