Молчаливое бегство (1972)

"Molchalivoe begstvo" is a unique science fiction and drama film from 1972, with its original title "Silent Running." The movie is a Hollywood production directed by Douglas Trumbull and features a talented cast such as Bruce Dern, Cliff Potts, Ron Rifkin, Jesse Vint, Mark Persons, Steven Brown, Sheril Sparks, Larry Whisenhunt, Joseph Campanella, and Roy Engel. The film tells the story of a future in which all plant life on Earth has become extinct, and the only surviving specimens are being preserved on a fleet of spaceships orbiting around Saturn. These ships are manned by a small crew of specialists tasked with protecting and preserving the plants until a new home can be found. The main character, Freeman Lowell (played by Bruce Dern), is a crew member on one of these ships, whose mission is to care for the last surviving botanical specimens. When the order comes to destroy the plants and return to Earth, Lowell defies the command and instead decides to take matters into his own hands to protect the precious plant collection. The film's stunning visuals are a highlight, as well as the emotional performances from the cast, making it a standout example of the science fiction genre. The film's themes of environmentalism, individual responsibility, and the importance of preserving life make it a timeless classic.