Planet X 2021
In Maxence Vassilyevitch's haunting sci-fi short *Planet X* (2021), the sun has become humanity's greatest enemy—its rays deadly to all who step outside.
Director: Maxence Vassilyevitch
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Planet X (2021) about?
The film follows a group of survivors trapped in a world where sunlight is fatal, forcing them to seek a way off their dying planet. With limited resources and rising desperation, they confront the harsh reality of an environment that has turned against them.
Who directed Planet X?
Maxence Vassilyevitch directed *Planet X*. Known for his atmospheric visual storytelling, Vassilyevitch crafts a claustrophobic yet immersive dystopian tale.
Who stars in Planet X?
The film features Jacques Nolot, Ava Baya, Jean-Louis Coulloc'h, Barbara Carlotti, and Frédéric Bayer Azem in its core ensemble.
Is Planet X (2021) worth watching?
While *Planet X* is a short film with no IMDb rating, its moody sci-fi premise and tight 59-minute runtime offer a compelling, if bleak, viewing experience. Fans of atmospheric dystopian stories may find it a gripping watch.
How long is Planet X?
The film runs for 59 minutes.
About Planet X (2021) — A bleak, tense sci-fi escape from a sun-burnt Earth
In Maxence Vassilyevitch's haunting sci-fi short *Planet X* (2021), the sun has become humanity's greatest enemy—its rays deadly to all who step outside. A desperate group of survivors barricades itself indoors, clinging to hope as they plot an escape from a planet now poisoned by light. The film drips with eerie atmosphere, blending themes of isolation and survival against an unforgiving cosmos. Atmospheric sound design and minimalist storytelling amplify the tension, leaving viewers to ponder whether their escape is even possible. With a runtime tight enough to sustain its tension, *Planet X* delivers a chilling meditation on humanity's fragility in a universe gone awry.
Directed by Vassilyevitch with a visual palette that feels both stark and poetic, the short film leans into its dystopian premise with quiet intensity. Jacques Nolot leads the ensemble cast, his presence anchoring the group's desperate camaraderie. The narrative unfolds like a whispered warning—a fleeting but unforgettable glimpse into a world where the sky itself is a death sentence.