What Space Movie Came Out In 1992
Lawnmower Man
In 1992, a notable space movie was released is “Lawnmower Man”. The movie is a science fiction film directed by Brett Leonard and starring Jeff Fahey, Pierce Brosnan, and Jenny Wright. The film is loosely based on a Stephen King short story of the same name, but the film’s story and characters deviate significantly from the source material. The movie tells the story of a simple-minded gardener named Jobe Smith who is turned into a genius through virtual reality experiments, but his newfound intelligence poses a danger to the world as he becomes power-hungry and seeks to control the virtual world and the real world.
Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country
Another notable space movie that was released in 1992 is “Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country”. This film is the sixth and final film in the Star Trek film series to feature the cast of the original Star Trek television series. The movie is directed by Nicholas Meyer and stars William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, and James Doohan. The plot of the film is set in the aftermath of the Cold War, and it deals with the topic of political and social change. The film’s story centers around the crew of the USS Enterprise, who must find a way to prevent a war between the Federation and the Klingon Empire, and uncover a conspiracy that threatens the safety of both sides. The movie was well-received by both critics and fans and is considered one of the best Star Trek films by many.
Alien3
Another notable space movie that was released in 1992 is “Alien3”. This is the third installment in the Alien franchise and directed by David Fincher, his feature film debut. The movie stars Sigourney Weaver, Charles S. Dutton, Charles Dance, and Lance Henriksen. The story of the film is set after the events of the second film, and it follows the survivors of the USS Sulaco as they are stranded on a planet inhabited by a dangerous alien. The movie deals with themes of faith, sacrifice, and redemption. The film was not as well-received as its predecessors, due to the studio’s interference and the multiple changes in the script during production, however, it has gained a cult following over time.
Contact
Another space-themed film that was released in 1992 is “Contact”. This is a science fiction film directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Jodie Foster, Matthew McConaughey, Tom Skerritt, and James Woods. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Carl Sagan. The story follows a scientist named Eleanor Arroway who, after years of searching, receives a signal from an extraterrestrial source. As she works to decipher the message, she finds herself at the center of a global conspiracy and a race against time to make contact with the alien civilization. The film received positive reviews from critics and was nominated for several awards, including the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
Freejack
Another space-related film that came out in 1992 is “Freejack”. The movie is a science fiction film directed by Geoff Murphy and starring Emilio Estevez, Mick Jagger, Rene Russo, and Anthony Hopkins. The film is set in a future where people’s minds can be transferred into new bodies, and it follows a racecar driver who is kidnapped and has his mind transferred into a new body in the year 2009, where he finds himself in the middle of a political conspiracy. The movie deals with themes of identity, morality, and the consequences of technology.
Fire in the Sky
Another notable space-related film that came out in 1992 was “Fire in the Sky”. This movie is a science fiction/horror film directed by Robert Lieberman and starring D.B.The film is based on the true story of Travis Walton, who claimed to have been abducted by aliens in 1975. The movie tells the story of a group of loggers who witness a UFO and one of them is abducted. The film explores themes of alien abduction, government cover-ups, and the nature of reality. The film was not well-received by critics and it didn’t have a big commercial success, but it gained a cult following over time.
