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The Silent Star (1960)

"You are there … on man’s most incredible journey!"

4.819601h 33mDE
Science Fiction

Directed by Kurt Maetzig

Rating

4.8/10

Runtime

1h 33m

Language

DE

Release

February 26, 1960

Director

Kurt Maetzig

Official Trailer

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Overview

A mysterious magnetic spool found during a construction project is discovered to have originated from Venus. A rocket expedition to Venus is launched to discover the origin of the spool and the race that created it.

Cast

Oldřich Lukeš

Oldřich Lukeš

Prof. Harringway Hawling

Ignacy Machowski

Ignacy Machowski

Prof. Saltyk

Julius Ongewe

Julius Ongewe

Talua, afrikanischer Fernsehtechniker

Mikhail Postnikov

Mikhail Postnikov

Prof. Arsenew

Kurt Rackelmann

Kurt Rackelmann

Prof. Sikarna

Günther Simon

Günther Simon

Robert Brinkmann, deutscher Pilot

Hua-Ta Tang

Hua-Ta Tang

Dr. Tchen Yu

Lucyna Winnicka

Lucyna Winnicka

Joan Moran

Yoko Tani

Yoko Tani

Sumiko Ogimura, japanische Ärztin

Ruth-Maria Kubitschek

Ruth-Maria Kubitschek

Frau Arsenjew

Eva-Maria Hagen

Eva-Maria Hagen

Reporterin

Karen Fredersdorf

Karen Fredersdorf

Binkmans Mutter

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Silent Star (1960), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A mysterious magnetic spool found during a construction project is discovered to have originated from Venus. A rocket expedition to Venus is launched to discover the origin of the spool and the race that created it.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Silent Star. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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