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Solaris
by Stanislaw Lem | Science Fiction & Fantasy
Registered by AliceF of Coventry, Warwickshire United Kingdom on Wednesday, May 18, 2011
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Journal Entry 1 by AliceF from Coventry, Warwickshire United Kingdom on Friday, May 20, 2011

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When psychologist Kris Kelvin arrives at the scientific research station hovering high above the surface of Solaris, he finds the place deserted except for two scientists, who have been driven mad by some unknown horror. The researchers had been trying to investigate the ocean planet, and probe the secrets of its alien lifeforms. But their clumsy, aggressive approach has provoked a terrifying response from the ocean, which is now confronting them with their most painful repressed thoughts and memories in human form. Kris is faced with the manifestation of his long-dead wife, Rheya, and his guilt over her suicide, but whatever is tormenting the other scientists appears to be much worse..."Solaris" was first published in 1961 and is a classic of modern science fiction, twice adapted for film - by Tarkovsky in 1972 and Steven Soderbergh in 2002. Stanislaw Lem's original novel combines a gripping sci-fi ghost story with a powerful debate about guilt and the human condition. The play has an exciting soundtrack by composer Alice Trueman, and this CD release also includes an introductory sleeve note recounting the making of the drama, written by director Polly Thomas.  


Journal Entry 2 by AliceF at Coventry, Warwickshire United Kingdom on Sunday, May 22, 2011

10 out of 10

Tragic science-fiction ghost/love story... About a man in love with someone who he knows is not the woman he loves; kind of a cross between Martin Guerre and The Thing... but powerfully sad. 


Journal Entry 3 by AliceF at Cairndow, Scotland United Kingdom on Monday, May 23, 2011

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Released 1 yr ago (5/23/2011 UTC) at Cairndow, Scotland United Kingdom

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