Rakka (2017): Cast & Plot
Rakka is a 2017 short sci-fi horror film directed by Neill Blomkamp, starring Brandon Auret as Nosh, Eugene Khumbanyiwa and Sigourney Weaver. It runs 22 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 22 min
- Director
- Neill Blomkamp
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Oats Studios
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Rakka About?
The premise of Rakka without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Following the invasion by a technologically advanced alien force, this is a harrowing story of humanity's struggle for survival. Facing overwhelming odds and enduring devastating losses, the remaining people must find the strength to continue fighting for their future, even as their world crumbles around them. It's a bleak and unrelenting portrayal of resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Rakka Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- earth
- alien
- alien race
- invasion
- resistance
- reptilian
- ruin
- enemy
- dystopia
- dystopian sci fi
- exploding body
- soil
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- ground
- planet
- extraterrestrial
- species
- race
- attack
- tribe
- civilization
- citizen
- civilian
- opposition
- test
- equipment
- experiment
- spaceship
- reptile
- lizard
- hideous creature
- explosion
- annihilation
- extinction
- death
- battle
- fight
- army
- underground
- atmosphere
- terraforming
- leader
- lead
- politics
- politician
- blow up
- scatter
- biology
- monster
- humanity
- outer space
Rakka Cast & Characters
Brandon Auret leads the cast as Nosh, with Eugene Khumbanyiwa as Amir and Sigourney Weaver as Jasper. Directed by Neill Blomkamp; 8 actors are credited in all.
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Director Neill Blomkamp
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Brandon Auret as Nosh - Eugene Khumbanyiwa as Amir
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Sigourney Weaver as Jasper - Carly Pope as Sarah
Also Starring in Rakka
· 4 more- Robert Hobbs Carl
- Alec Gillis Militia #1
- Jay Anstey Woman Bomber
- Michael Huff Politician
More from Neill Blomkamp
More films directed by Neill Blomkamp, best-rated first: District 9, Elysium, Chappie and Gran Turismo.
Rakka Plot Summary
What happens in Rakka from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In a bleak near-future, Earth is under siege by the Klum, an aggressive reptilian species with superior technology. To make the planet habitable for themselves, these aliens have devastated forests and cities, erecting massive structures that pump methane into the atmosphere. This process has caused global warming, coastal flooding, and has made it nearly impossible for humans to breathe, pushing humanity to the brink of extinction.
Full summary
The whole story of Rakka, scene by scene
Rakka Trailers & Videos
The teaser of Rakka.
How Well Do You Know Rakka?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What are the technologically superior, highly aggressive reptilian aliens called?
Rakka Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Oats Studios - Volume 1 - Rakka” and “燕麦工作室第一卷：拉卡”.
- Also known as
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- Oats Studios - Volume 1 - Rakka
- 燕麦工作室第一卷：拉卡
- Ракка
- 라카
- 拉卡
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Movies Like Rakka
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Invasion, Alien: Romulus and Revolt.
Rakka FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Rakka, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Rakka?
Rakka runs 22 minutes.
When was Rakka released?
Rakka was released on June 14, 2017.
Who directed Rakka?
Rakka was directed by Neill Blomkamp.
More films by Neill Blomkamp Who is in the cast of Rakka?
Rakka stars Brandon Auret as Nosh, Eugene Khumbanyiwa as Amir and Sigourney Weaver as Jasper, among 8 credited actors.
Does Rakka have a post-credit scene?
No. Rakka has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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