Movies and TvShows featuring "science-fiction-literature-on-screen" theme.
Six months into a solo mission, a lonely astronaut confronts the cracks in his marriage with help from a mysterious creature he discovers on his ship.
Logan and Jessica attempt to escape from a domed city where people are killed once they reach the age of 30. They discover a secret outside world and join a group of rebels fighting against the totalitarian regime.
In a future dystopia, a pregnant woman and her android companion must journey through a dangerous and chaotic world to find safety and escape from sinister forces. Along the way, they face physical and psychological challenges, including the threat of killer robots, hostile soldiers, and a crumbling society. As they strive to survive and protect each other, the pair form a unique bond that defies the boundaries of humanity and machine.
The Fabulous World of Jules Verne takes viewers on a captivating journey through a dreamlike world where steam-powered inventions, underwater tunnels, and volcanic islands coexist. When a group of scientists discover a hidden island base, they must join forces with intrepid reporter Michelle to save the world from an evil dictator's plot to conquer it. This black-and-white masterpiece showcases the wonders of 19th-century science and literature, blending fantasy and steampunk elements with a touch of European charm.
During a hunting trip in Greenland, a wealthy man named Hubert de Tartas goes into a state of hibernation and is frozen in the ice. He is discovered and thawed out 65 years later, in the 1960s. Hubert's family struggles to adjust to his return, while he tries to adapt to the modern world.
Ikarie XB 1 is a science fiction movie that takes place on a spaceship called Ikarie XB 1 in the 22nd century. The crew members embark on a journey to a distant planet and encounter various challenges along the way, including radiation sickness and tension among the passengers. The movie explores themes of exploration, survival, and the impact of technology on human life.
Memoirs of an Invisible Man follows the story of a man who becomes invisible after a laboratory accident. He is pursued by the CIA who wants to use his invisibility as a weapon. As he tries to uncover their plans, he forms a relationship with a woman who helps him. With comedic and thrilling moments, the movie explores the consequences and challenges of living as an invisible person.
Czech miniseries.
On a remote island, a mad scientist named Dr. Moreau conducts cruel experiments, turning animals into human-animal hybrids through genetic manipulation. A shipwrecked man finds himself caught in the midst of the scientist's bizarre creations and must fight to escape the island and expose the horrors within.
In this classic British comedy, an inventor creates a fabric that never gets dirty or wears out. However, his invention threatens the profits of the textile industry and sparks a conflict between labor unions, capitalists, and scientists.
In a futuristic society, a woman becomes the 10th contestant in a televised survival game where she is hunted down by a male hunter. As she tries to navigate the game and stay alive, she starts forming a connection with her pursuer. The game takes place in various locations, including the Colosseum in Rome and a beach. It is influenced by literature and features elements of giallo and science fiction. The movie explores themes of sexism and the objectification of women.
In early 20th century Czechoslovakia, a gravely ill chemist recalls his discovery of a powerful explosive and how it landed in the hands of anarchists.
On the Comet is a sci-fi adventure comedy movie set in the 19th century. It follows the story of a sea captain who discovers a comet on a collision course with Earth. As he tries to warn others, he encounters various obstacles including prehistoric creatures, a female prisoner, and a group of treasure hunters. With comedic moments and thrilling action, the captain must find a way to save the world from destruction.
In the 1880s, a young boy named Coudert Lorraine and his friends steal an airship and embark on a thrilling adventure. They encounter pirates, a zeppelin, a submarine, and even Captain Nemo himself. Along the way, they face danger and excitement, discovering the true meaning of friendship and courage.
A remake of Vávra's 1948 atomic age thriller Krakatit.
After being expelled from a private boys' school, a 15-year-old boy finds himself in a post-apocalyptic world where he must navigate the dangers of a society on the brink of collapse. As he tries to survive and find his place, he becomes entangled in a web of intrigue, facing school shootings, drug theft, hostage situations, and the oppressive rule of a militia. Based on the novel, the movie explores themes of resilience, rebellion, and the consequences of societal breakdown.
The beginning of the 20th century. Famous singer Emilia Marty arrives on tour in a European city. At the same time, the Supreme Court intends to close the Gregor-Prus case, a lawsuit that lasted several decades. Albert Gregor unsuccessfully tries to seize the inheritance of Baron Joseph Prus, but cannot prove that he is his heir. Emilia Marty unexpectedly intervenes in the process, reporting the whereabouts of documents proving the family kinship of Albert Gregor and Prus.
A man kills a toy designer and steals his latest product. The product, a mini-army complete with weapons, then wages war on the killer. The first Ukrainian screen adaptation of Stephen King's story.
The film is a metaphor for the Cold War. It depicts two neighbouring nations: peace loving Fortuna and the not so peaceful land of the Steel City.