Silent Running (1972)

In a haunting vision of Earth's future, where all traces of natural flora and fauna have vanished, humanity's last remnants of ecosystems thrive in colossal pods attached to spacecraft. One of these vessels, the Valley Forge, becomes the stage for a profound human drama. Botanist Freeman Lowell, a solitary soul, finds solace in the verdant woods and its creatures, his heart bleeding for the lost beauty of Earth. When an order arrives commanding the jettison and destruction of the pods, it triggers jubilation among the crew, eager to return to their barren home. Yet, for Lowell, it's a death sentence to his cherished forests. Driven by his profound love for nature and propelled by desperation, Lowell seizes control of the ship in a grim act of rebellion, sacrificing his colleagues and steering the Valley Forge deep into the cosmos. Accompanied solely by three diminutive robots, his unlikely companions in this vast solitude, Lowell immerses himself in the bittersweet joy of his remaining piece of Eden. Yet, tranquillity is short-lived. When unexpected visitors arrive under the guise of rescue, Lowell is confronted with a devastating choice. Silent Running is a speculative, far-reaching film that contemplates the destiny of nature and the consequences of human actions, set against the backdrop of the infinite expanse of space.

Silent Running is an adventure movie featuring Bruce Dern and directed by Douglas Trumbull.

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