Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar is a 2023 American sci-fi film about father and daughter scavengers searching for legendary treasures.
Plot synopsis:
In the year 2980, a father and daughter work as space scavengers and are searching for legendary treasures which they must outrun evil mercenaries to safely obtain and cash in. In a futuristic world filled with monsters, aliens, and robots, they will do what they can to survive with the hope of bringing back a lost loved one.
Directed by Garo Setian (Automation) from a screenplay written by Joe Knetter (Nutcracker Massacre; Pretty Boy; Blind; Terror Overload) based on a storyline by Garo Setian and Joe Knetter.
The Hungry Monster Entertainment-Millman Productions-Ron Lee Productions movie stars Michael Paré, Olivier Gruner, Sarah French, Tyler Gallant, Rachele Brooke Smith, Sadie Katz, Anahit Setian, Jed Rowen, Elise Muller, Hunter Setian, Wes Hubbard, Miranda Cover, Jessie Davis, Jean Heathen, Matthew Rosvally and Lamont Couch.
Reviews:
“Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar is not the new Star Wars. But it does not want to be, either. While some scenes are a little too close to their inspiration, it has its own story to tell. A tighter plot would have allowed for stronger characters and more impactful emotional moments, but it is a fine watch for science-fiction fans.” AIPT
“While it never manages to reach the level of films like Battle Beyond the Stars or match the visual lunacy of Message from Space, I have to admit Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar is much more entertaining than its opening minutes had me expecting. And you can use the film’s slower stretches to watch for appearances by familiar faces like Sadie Katz (Hacksaw, Mayday) and Jed Rowen (The Electric Man, Ouija Mummy).” 3 out of 5, Voices from the Balcony
“Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar is far from a good film if we’re being honest but that’s not to say there isn’t plenty here to enjoy. It’s about 85 minutes long and runs along at a decent pace. You’ll never be bored. Those looking for low-budget sci-fi fun could do much worse than this movie.” Nerdly
“This low-budget affair, while suffering at times to hiccups in its pacing, comes out with lasers blasting and winds up winning us over with its constant winks and nods to lighter and brighter science fiction offerings. Full of fun escapes and crazy characters, Space Wars is a warm slice of Cherry 2000-like B-movie pie! Grab a fork and dig into the absolute zaniness…” Reel Reviews
Release:
In the US, Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar was released by Uncork’d Entertainment theatrically in select locations on April 21, 2023, and will be available On-Demand (VOD) on May 2, 2023.
Reviews:
“Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar is an edge-on-your-seat wild ride filled with action, some comic relief, and an unexpected twist with a great cast involved. A fun popcorn sci-fi film that doesn’t need to be epic or taken seriously.” World Film Geek
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Cast and characters:
Michael Paré … Kip
Olivier Gruner … Dykstra
Sarah French … Taylor
Tyler Gallant … Wade
Rachele Brooke Smith … Nina
Sadie Katz … Elnora
Anahit Setian … Jackie
Jed Rowen … Manx
Elise Muller … Lacey
Hunter Setian … Ezekiel
Wes Hubbard … Gentry
Miranda Cover … Adrianna
Jessie Davis … Daniel
Jean Heathen … Janice
Matthew Rosvally … Judge
Lamont Couch … Malachi
Some images: Reel Reviews
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