Ikarie XB-1
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“They insisted that nothing new could be discovered in the universe”
Overview
Before Star Trek, 2001: A Space Odyssey, Solaris and Alien, there was Ikarie XB-1: a stark Stanislaw Lem-penned science fiction adventure adapted by Czechoslovak director Jindřich Polák (Tomorrow I'll Wake Up and Scald Myself with Tea). In the year 2163, the crew of the titular starship embarks on a voyage to seek out new life near Alpha Centauri. Braving interstellar anomalies and derelict spacecraft, the crew soon realise that their greatest threat remains themselves as 20th century baggage threatens to turn to madness.
“A game-changing film that profoundly influenced the genre and showed that science-fiction movies weren't only about special effects; they were also high art ... one of the most original and exciting science fiction films ever made”
Why You Should See This Film
The greatest science fiction film you’ve never heard of, Ikarie XB-1 is as dazzling in its special effects, geometric design and gorgeous black and white photography as it is enthralling in its intelligent, mature storytelling. This one truly has that hard-to-find sci-fi secret sauce so many of us chase; savour it well. Hacked to pieces for a U.S. release, now lovingly restored by the Czech National Film Archive, we’re excited to finally share this supremely influential jewel on the Golden Screen.
Required Viewing
This film screens as part of our Required Viewing series: a course of must-see masterpieces from some of the greatest filmmakers of all time.
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