Eccentric scientist Dr. Daniel and his shy assistant Max lead a quiet life on their space station, carrying out illegal research on androids, until they receive an unwelcome visit from three fugitives one of whom is female. Both Dr. Daniel and Max show an interest in her, but one of the other visitors has more sinister intentions.
Acting
Kinski's unhinged intensity elevates every scene he's in.
Production
One set, zero budget, maximum 80s space station vibes.
Writing
Max's android awakening is genuinely weird and compelling.
Director
Aaron Lipstadt
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Made for $500,000 in 18 days on Roger Corman's dime—Lipstadt's first feature after working as Corman's assistant.
Don Keith Opper (Max) co-wrote this and would become a Corman regular; Kinski was reportedly impossible on set, which somehow feels appropriate for Dr. Daniel.
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