On the Silver Globe
1989 • Drama, Science Fiction
A small group of cosmic explorers, including a woman, leaves Earth to start a new civilization. They do not realize that within themselves they carry the end of their own dream. They die one by one, while their children revert to a primitive native culture, creating new myths and a new god.
Runtime: 2h 45m
If you're intrigued by the mystique of On the Silver Globe, delve into the rich literary world of Jerzy Żuławski's 'The Lunar Trilogy'. The novels offer a profound exploration of existential and philosophical themes that the film hints at but cannot fully expand upon due to the limitations of its incomplete production.
Experience the intricate world-building and detailed character evolution that the novels meticulously present. Żuławski's evocative storytelling draws you into a vivid, tactile lunar landscape, allowing for a more immersive appreciation of the speculative fiction classic. While the movie captures elements of his vision, the source material provides a depth and breadth that can only be found within its pages.
Reading 'The Lunar Trilogy' not only enhances your understanding of the movie's enigmatic aspects but also grants you an intimate connection with Žuławski's intricate narrative structure and philosophical musings. The novels engage your imagination in ways that cinema occasionally falls short, enriching your perspective on human nature and cosmic destiny.
On the Silver Globe inspired from
The Lunar Trilogy
by Jerzy Żuławski
