Solaris
A troubled psychologist is sent to investigate the crew of an isolated research station orbiting a bizarre planet.
Critics Sentiment
Kelvin realizes he never left Solaris and reunites with Rheya peacefully
Gordon reveals Kelvin ejected the previous Rheya and argues against attachment
The film drops significantly during Gordon's heavy-handed exposition but recovers powerfully with the transcendent ending that critics universally praised.
Critics were divided on Soderbergh's contemplative approach, with many praising the atmospheric visuals and philosophical depth while others found it slow and shallow compared to Tarkovsky's original. The film's emotional core around Kelvin and Rheya's relationship resonated strongly with some reviewers but left others cold. The ending was consistently praised as the film's redemptive masterpiece.
Full cast
George Clooney
Chris Kelvin
Natascha McElhone
Rheya
Viola Davis
Gordon
Jeremy Davies
Snow
Ulrich Tukur
Gibarian
Michael Ensign
Friend
John Cho
DBA Emissary
Morgan Rusler
DBA Emissary
Shane Skelton
Gibarian's Son
Donna Kimball
Mrs. Gibarian
Elpidia Carrillo
Friend
Kent Faulcon
Patient
Lauren Cohn
Patient
Jennie Baek
Passenger (uncredited)
Tony Clemons
Dinner Guest (uncredited)
Annie Morgan
Nurse (uncredited)
Antonio Rochira
Party Guest (uncredited)
Jude S. Walko
City Dweller (uncredited)
Crew
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