Laika (2021)
In 1957, Moscow sent a stray dog into space on Sputnik 2. She became the first living being to orbit the earth. She never returned. Her name was Laika. This inspired short begins with a catastrophe aboard an international space station that sends a lone Russian astronaut fleeing in an escape ship. Isolated and barreling through space in a half-mad state, he encounters… British Director Adam Fair has come up with a brilliant concept for a space-set horror film. One that thrills and surprises while also educating a new audience about Laika’s tragic story, tapping into energies of national guilt over her fate.
Director: Adam Fair
Genre: Drama, Horror, Action
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date: August 26, 2021
Cast
- Anton Valensi - Commander Oleg
- Róisín Monaghan - Mission Controller
- Alexander Kaczmarek - Young Oleg
Music: ALISTAIR KERLEY
Production: Pit Stop Productions, Penelope VFX
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Adam Fair
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Laika about?
- In 1957, Moscow sent a stray dog into space on Sputnik 2. She became the first living being to orbit the earth. She never returned. Her name was Laika. This inspired short begins with a catastrophe aboard an international space station that sends a lone Russian astronaut fleeing in an escape ship. Isolated and barreling through space in a half-mad state, he encounters… British Director Adam Fair has come up with a brilliant concept for a space-set horror film. One that thrills and surprises while also educating a new audience about Laika’s tragic story, tapping into energies of national guilt over her fate.
- Who directed Laika?
- Laika was directed by Adam Fair.
- Who stars in Laika?
- Laika stars Anton Valensi, Róisín Monaghan, Alexander Kaczmarek.
- How long is Laika?
- Laika has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
- What genre is Laika?
- Laika is a Drama, Horror, Action film.
- Where was Laika produced?
- Laika was produced in United Kingdom.