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Sayonara Jupiter (1984)

"A black hole, Jupiter and a desperate scheme to save mankind!"

5.319842h 9mJA
Science FictionThrillerDrama

Directed by Koji Hashimoto

Rating

5.3/10

Runtime

2h 9m

Language

JA

Release

March 17, 1984

Director

Koji Hashimoto

Overview

In the 22nd century, scientists from an energy-depleted Earth research new fuel sources in the far corners of the solar system, where they discover an ancient alien race from Jupiter as well as the emergence of an apocalyptically dangerous black hole. Koji Hashimoto's 1983 sci-fi adventure was conce...

Cast

Tomokazu Miura

Tomokazu Miura

Dr. Eiji Honda

Diane Dangely

Diane Dangely

Maria Basehart

Miyuki Ono

Miyuki Ono

Anita

Rachel Huggett

Rachel Huggett

Dr. Millicent Wilem

Paul Tagawa

Paul Tagawa

Peter

Marc Panther

Marc Panther

Carlos

Akihiko Hirata

Akihiko Hirata

Dr. Inoue Ryutarou

Masumi Okada

Masumi Okada

Dr. Mohammed Mansur

Hisaya Morishige

Hisaya Morishige

Earth Federation President

Kim Bass

Kim Bass

Booker

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Sayonara Jupiter (1984), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

In the 22nd century, scientists from an energy-depleted Earth research new fuel sources in the far corners of the solar system, where they discover an ancient alien race from Jupiter as well as the emergence of an apocalyptically dangerous black hole. Koji Hashimoto's 1983 sci-fi adventure was conceived as a Japanese competitor to the upcoming sequel to Stanley Kubrick's classic 2001, titled 2010, and often mirrors the sequel's plot.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Sayonara Jupiter. 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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