The Wandering Earth

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"The Wandering Earth" is a 2019 Chinese sci-fi film based on a novella of the same name by Liu Cixin. The movie is set in a distant future where the sun is dying, and humanity must come together to move the Earth out of its orbit to a new star system to survive. It follows a group of individuals who sacrifice everything to secure the planet's future and ensure the survival of the human race.

Making / Production

The film was directed by Frant Gwo and produced by Gong Geer. The production involved extensive use of visual effects to bring to life the grand scale of moving the Earth. The team worked meticulously to create the stunning visuals that depict the challenges faced in relocating an entire planet.

Actors

• Jing Wu - as Liu Qi, a Chinese astronaut on a mission to save Earth
• Chuxiao Qu - as Liu Qi's teenage son, who gets caught up in the mission
• Guangjie Li - as Han Zi'ang, a senior astronaut involved in the mission

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "The Wandering Earth" is one of China's highest-grossing films of all time, receiving praise for its visuals and storytelling.
• The novella on which the film is based won the prestigious Hugo Award for Best Novel in 2015.

Awards

The film received several awards and nominations, including Best Visual Effects at the Asian Film Awards and Best Science Fiction Film at the Saturn Awards.

Quotes

• "We are all elements of the Earth; we belong to the Earth." - Liu Qi
• "When faced with doomsday, the capability and importance of humankind are about to emerge." - Han Zi'ang

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's soundtrack features an epic and emotional score composed by Roc Chen, enhancing the film's themes of sacrifice and unity.