Enhance your must-watch list with these captivating movies, especially if you found yourself entranced by the recent sci-fi sensation starring Matt Damon.
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By Hong Xinying
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Matt Damon in The Martian (2015), directed by Ridley Scott. Image: Twentieth Century Fox
Unless you've been living under a rock, you're likely familiar with the buzz surrounding the latest sci-fi gem, The Martian, which graced Singaporean cinemas last week (1 Oct). This Ridley Scott-directed masterpiece has already soared to the zenith of the Singapore box office and amassed a staggering US$55 million during its inaugural week in the United States.
Bringing Andy Weir's novel to life, The Martian narrates a gripping saga of survival, set against the desolate backdrop of Mars.
In this cinematic venture, NASA astronaut Mark Watney, portrayed by Matt Damon, finds himself marooned on the crimson plains of Mars, his existence imperiled by dwindling resources and insurmountable odds. His daunting task: endure nearly four years of isolation until the arrival of the next manned mission.
For aficionados enamored by The Martian's allure, here's a curated selection of space and survival-themed epics to add to your viewing roster:
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
Should Matt Damon's cosmic exploits invoke a sense of deja vu, you're not alone. His celestial endeavors extend to Christopher Nolan's Interstellar, but why not delve into the enigmatic depths of Stanley Kubrick's seminal masterpiece, 2001: A Space Odyssey? This visual symphony, replete with iconic imagery and cerebral intrigue, serves as a cornerstone of cinematic history, inspiring generations of filmmakers.
Alien (1979)
Also helmed by Ridley Scott, Alien epitomizes the chilling maxim, "In space, no one can hear you scream." While Mars poses its own perils, this sci-fi horror classic elevates tension to spine-tingling heights as Sigourney Weaver's indomitable Ripley battles against a relentless extraterrestrial menace aboard a desolate spacecraft.
Apollo 13 (1995)
Admirers of The Martian's meticulous attention to technical detail will find kindred satisfaction in Ron Howard's gripping portrayal of the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission. Based on actual events, this docudrama recounts the harrowing struggle of three astronauts striving to navigate a perilous return journey to Earth following a catastrophic lunar expedition.
Saving Private Ryan (1998)
For those seeking terrestrial drama amidst the cosmos, Steven Spielberg's Saving Private Ryan offers a poignant portrayal of heroism amidst the crucible of World War II. Tom Hanks leads a riveting ensemble cast in a gripping tale of sacrifice and camaraderie, echoing the themes of resilience and survival depicted in The Martian.
Cast Away (2000)
If The Martian's interstellar odyssey left you craving a more grounded narrative, Robert Zemeckis' Cast Away provides a poignant exploration of isolation and resilience. Tom Hanks delivers a tour de force performance as a marooned survivor, offering a compelling meditation on the human spirit's capacity for endurance.
Moon (2009)
Delve into the haunting depths of solitude with Duncan Jones' indie sci-fi gem, Moon. Sam Rockwell delivers a mesmerizing performance as a solitary lunar miner confronting existential quandaries amidst the desolate lunar landscape, crafting a tale that lingers long after the credits roll.
Gravity (2013)
While scientific purists may scrutinize its accuracy, Alfonso Cuarón's Gravity remains a breathtaking cinematic spectacle. Sandra Bullock's riveting portrayal of Dr. Ryan Stone, adrift amidst the void of space, encapsulates the indomitable human spirit's struggle against overwhelming adversity, offering a mesmerizing visual journey through the cosmos.similar-list similar movies movies like how to lose a guy in 10 days films similar similar-list movies like green book movies similar movies like zero dark thirty similar-list.com movies like ready or not Movie List similar-list interstellar similar movies similar-list.com movies like twilight movies like about time films like harry potter movies similar to hunger games movies like bullet train movies that are like harry potter movies like everything everywhere all at once christmas movies like die hard movies like willow movies like woman king movies like what we do in the shadows movies like wind river movies that feel like fall movies that feel like summer movies like wonder movies like vampire academy movies like the gray man movies like where the crawdads sing movies like whiplash movies like we need to talk about kevin movies like la la land movies like divergent movies like the heat movies like us movies like easy a movies like flipped movies like matilda movies like wrong turn movies like the equalizer movies like step brothers movies like crazy rich asians movies like scarface movies like dazed and confused movies like no country for old men movies like the day after tomorrow movies like beautiful disaster movies like the platform movies like ex machina movies like the parent trap movies like sound of freedom movies like me before you movies like greenland trendflicks.com movies like skyscraper https://www.trendflicks.com/ movies like palm springs trendflicks trendflicks.com movies like similar movies amazing movies Movies Like White Chicks Movies Like The Social Network Movies Like Pineapple Express Movies Like The Uninvited Movies Like World War Z Movies Like The Conjuring Movies Like The Social Network Movies Like Inside Out Movies Like Bridesmaids Movies Like Drive Movies Like The Big Short Movies Like Sicario Movies Like Get Out Movies Like Barbie Movies Like Dune Movies Like Gladiator Movies Like A Bronx Tale Movies Like Project X Movies Like The Menu Movies Like Hereditary Movies Like Call Me by Your Name