The Day After Tomorrow - Into Infinity
Just finished watching "The Day After Tomorrow - Into Infinity" released by Anderson Entertainment.
Originally created as a TV pilot, this 47-minute feature is a rare gem in the universe of creator Gerry Anderson. Produced in 1975 between the two series of Space: 1999, it marks a high point in live action sci-fi and is a showcase of the incredible models, special effects, music and renowned cast that characterize Anderson’s work. It aired a back in 1976 as a special episode in NBC's afternoon series of specials aimed for young viewers and I do remember watching it when it first aired and being more than a bit disappointed that there was only one episode ever produced, though Gregory L Norris did write a novelization a few years of of the show and wrote an original sequel. Sadly there has been no additional books in the series.
At Space Station Delta, the light ship Altares readies to launch for mankind's first intergalactic mission to the stars. Neighbouring Alpha Centauri is the destination for the crew of five, But almost from the moment the launch, the crew finds itself in mortal jeopardy.
"The Day After Tomorrow - Into Infinity" was based on the hard science known at the time, and children were part of the crew since parents could not go on a mission traveling at relativistic speeds and leave their children behind to grow old and possibly die while they were away. And their destination was the Alpha Centauri star system, where they launched probes, but never went to any of the planets in the system. Choosing to go on after their primary mission is complete, they manage to outrun a supernova, but ultimately get trapped by a rotating black hole with only one possible means of escape.
Of note to Space: 1999 fans, Nick Take, who played Alan Carter in Space: 1999, and Brian Blessed and Joanna who appeared in episodes of season one and two of Space: 1999 have the lead roles. Ed Bishop, of Anderson's first live action television series, UFO, was the narrator.
A Science Fiction Classic Gem!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
TEN STARS!
https://shop.gerryanderson.com/en-us/...
Originally created as a TV pilot, this 47-minute feature is a rare gem in the universe of creator Gerry Anderson. Produced in 1975 between the two series of Space: 1999, it marks a high point in live action sci-fi and is a showcase of the incredible models, special effects, music and renowned cast that characterize Anderson’s work. It aired a back in 1976 as a special episode in NBC's afternoon series of specials aimed for young viewers and I do remember watching it when it first aired and being more than a bit disappointed that there was only one episode ever produced, though Gregory L Norris did write a novelization a few years of of the show and wrote an original sequel. Sadly there has been no additional books in the series.
At Space Station Delta, the light ship Altares readies to launch for mankind's first intergalactic mission to the stars. Neighbouring Alpha Centauri is the destination for the crew of five, But almost from the moment the launch, the crew finds itself in mortal jeopardy.
"The Day After Tomorrow - Into Infinity" was based on the hard science known at the time, and children were part of the crew since parents could not go on a mission traveling at relativistic speeds and leave their children behind to grow old and possibly die while they were away. And their destination was the Alpha Centauri star system, where they launched probes, but never went to any of the planets in the system. Choosing to go on after their primary mission is complete, they manage to outrun a supernova, but ultimately get trapped by a rotating black hole with only one possible means of escape.
Of note to Space: 1999 fans, Nick Take, who played Alan Carter in Space: 1999, and Brian Blessed and Joanna who appeared in episodes of season one and two of Space: 1999 have the lead roles. Ed Bishop, of Anderson's first live action television series, UFO, was the narrator.
A Science Fiction Classic Gem!
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
TEN STARS!
https://shop.gerryanderson.com/en-us/...
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