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Astro 2018

Budget

$1M

Runtime

104 mins

Language

English

English

A billionaire’s private space exploration program makes a startling return to Earth, bringing with them an extraterrestrial being taken from a newly discovered alien planet. The mission’s unexpected discovery sparks a tense situation as the team grapples with the implications of their find and the potential consequences for humanity.

A billionaire’s private space exploration program makes a startling return to Earth, bringing with them an extraterrestrial being taken from a newly discovered alien planet. The mission’s unexpected discovery sparks a tense situation as the team grapples with the implications of their find and the potential consequences for humanity.

Does Astro have end credit scenes?

No!

Astro does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Astro

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Ratings and Reviews for Astro

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Echo Score

The Movie Echo Score

27

Overall, Astro demonstrates a pervasive lack of technical polish and narrative cohesion, resulting in a viewing experience that feels unfinished and unengaging. Reviews repeatedly note poor direction, shaky editing, and an abrupt, unresolved ending that undermines any potential momentum. While a few viewers mention occasional appealing scenery or martial‑arts sequences, these moments are outweighed by the film's systemic flaws. Consequently, its lasting appeal and replay value remain minimal.

The Movie Echo Score Breakdown for Astro

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Echo Score

Art & Craft

In terms of art and craft, the film suffers from weak direction, inconsistent camera work, and subpar production design. Several reviewers cite handheld shots that are merely tolerable and scenery that is occasionally praised, but the majority highlight absent editing, low‑budget set pieces, and ineffective visual effects. The net impression is that the technical execution is largely below professional standards.

22
Echo Score

Character & Emotion

When it comes to character and emotion, acting is widely described as wooden and unconvincing, with some reviewers assigning near‑zero scores to performances. A lone comment mentions a few decent actors, yet most observations emphasize generic, lifeless portrayals and a lack of emotional depth. This consensus points to a severely weakened character dimension that fails to engage the audience.

18
Echo Score

Story & Flow

Regarding story and flow, the plot is consistently labeled as incoherent, incomplete, and disappointingly slow. Critics note an abrupt ending, missing narrative threads, and a failure to sustain interest throughout the runtime. Even the rare mention of an initially promising premise is quickly overridden by comments on pacing issues and a lack of resolution, resulting in a story that feels unfinished and unsatisfying.

35
Echo Score

Sensory Experience

The sensory experience offers occasional highlights, such as praised martial‑arts choreography and moments of decent visual composition. However, feedback on sound design and special effects is overwhelmingly negative, describing them as amateurish and comparable to low‑budget productions. The mixed sensory cues fail to coalesce into a compelling atmospheric whole, leaving the overall impression uneven and largely underwhelming.

26
Echo Score

Rewatch Factor

Rewatch factor is low, as most reviewers express little desire to view the film again due to its unfinished narrative and technical shortcomings. While a minority enjoyed the action elements and expressed interest in a sequel, the prevalent sentiment is that the film lacks lasting appeal, making additional viewings unlikely for the average audience.

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Astro Themes and Keywords

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Astro Other Names and Titles

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Astro 2018 Астро 아스트로: 우주전쟁 阿斯特罗 綁架外星人

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