Conquest of Space
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Directed by Byron Haskin
Produced by Paramount Pictures
A mid-century sci-fi drama that uses a Mars mission as a vehicle to explore the tension between scientific progress and religious conviction.
A team of American astronauts leave their space station on the first mission to Mars, but the captain's religious beliefs may get in the way.
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Is Conquest of Space scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Conquest of Space violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Conquest of Space sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Conquest of Space end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Conquest of Space easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like Conquest of Space
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Conquest of Space
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Conquest of Space, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Conquest of Space, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Conquest of Space, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
