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Still from Solaris — Solaris (2002) — Steven SoderberghPhotographed by Steven Soderbergh

Poster for Solaris

Steven Soderbergh

Solaris

English / 2002 / 1h 39m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama Mystery Science Fiction

Letterboxd: 3.24/5·57K ratings·9.6K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A troubled psychologist is sent to investigate the crew of an isolated research station orbiting a bizarre planet.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorSteven Soderbergh

WriterSteven Soderbergh

CinematographerSteven Soderbergh

Composer

EditorSteven Soderbergh

ProducerRae Sanchini, James Cameron, Jon Landau

Cast

George Clooneyas Chris Kelvin

Natascha McElhoneas Rheya

Viola Davisas Gordon

Jeremy Daviesas Snow

Ulrich Tukuras Gibarian

Michael Ensignas Friend

John Choas DBA Emissary

Morgan Rusleras DBA Emissary

Shane Skeltonas Gibarian's Son

Donna Kimballas Mrs. Gibarian

Elpidia Carrilloas Friend

Kent Faulconas Patient

Lauren Cohnas Patient

Jennie Baekas Passenger (uncredited)

Tony Clemonsas Dinner Guest (uncredited)

Annie Morganas Nurse (uncredited)

Antonio Rochiraas Party Guest (uncredited)

Jude S. Walkoas City Dweller (uncredited)

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