Solaris

1972 • Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction • PG

A psychologist is sent to a space station orbiting a planet called Solaris to investigate the death of a doctor and the mental problems of cosmonauts on the station. He soon discovers that the water on the planet is a type of brain which brings out repressed memories and obsessions.

Runtime: 2h 47m

Dive into the rich and complex world of Stanisław Lem's 'Solaris', where the limits of human understanding and the nature of consciousness are masterfully explored. Unlike the 1972 film adaptation, Lem’s novel delves deeper into the philosophical and psychological questions we face when encountering the truly alien. The beautifully written prose and intricate descriptions of the living planet Solaris offer an experience that is as thought-provoking as it is unsettling. Lem's narrative invites you to immerse yourself in its mysteries and challenges your perception of reality and humanity. While the film captures the book's eerie atmosphere, only the novel provides readers with the full depth of its intellectual and emotional journey. By choosing the written word, readers gain access to the profound insights and intricacies of character development that only Lem’s original work can provide.