The Astronaut (2017)

The Astronaut (2017) poster

A short film recounting the travels of a lonely astronaut confronted by the unknown. Unfolding as a mystery, it becomes a carefully subtle, autobiographical examination of the feeling of loneliness and the existential issue of not understanding life on earth and ones place among it.

Director: Willem van der Zanden
Genre: Drama, Music, Science Fiction
Runtime: 8 min
Release Date:
Music: Wolfgang Voight
Editing: Willem van der Zanden
Country: Netherlands
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Themes

Existential Dread and Questioning, Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, The Suffocating Silence of Loneliness, Melancholy Soul-Searching, Technology Addiction and Isolation

Keywords

space, loneliness, astronaut, existentialism, autobiographical, experience, short film

More Films by Director: Willem van der Zanden
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Astronaut about?
A short film recounting the travels of a lonely astronaut confronted by the unknown. Unfolding as a mystery, it becomes a carefully subtle, autobiographical examination of the feeling of loneliness and the existential issue of not understanding life on earth and ones place among it.
Who directed The Astronaut?
The Astronaut was directed by Willem van der Zanden.
How long is The Astronaut?
The Astronaut has a runtime of 8m (8 minutes).
What genre is The Astronaut?
The Astronaut is a Drama, Music, Science Fiction film.
Where was The Astronaut produced?
The Astronaut was produced in Netherlands.
What are the themes of The Astronaut?
The themes of The Astronaut include: Existential Dread and Questioning, Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, The Suffocating Silence of Loneliness, Melancholy Soul-Searching, Technology Addiction and Isolation.