French Space Odyssey Review: A Baffling and Engaging Series

Binge-Watching a Bizarre French Series About Space Astronauts Left Me Speechless

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I spent a weekend binge-watching this wild French series about space astronauts, and I'm still trying to wrap my head around the plot. It's a mix of lighthearted French humor and some genuinely confusing moments. The cinematography is stunning, with breathtaking shots of the Martian landscape. If you're a fan of sci-fi or just looking for something different, this series is worth checking out. The storyline is engaging, even if it's a bit hard to follow at times. The production values are high, with a professional-looking set and effects. The cast does a great job of bringing their characters to life.

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Binge-Watching a Bizarre French Series About Space Astronauts Left Me Speechless

I recently spent a weekend binge-watching this French series, and I have to say, the storyline is pretty mind-bending. It's a French production, so you can expect a touch of that lightheartedness that's characteristic of French cinema.

My partner was walking by and caught a glimpse of the screen, but I wouldn't let him rewind it to avoid losing the plot. There are a lot of confusing moments in the series, so I'll try to break it down.

So, the plot:

The story revolves around a group of astronauts on a mission to Mars, called 'Ulysses'. That already had me raising an eyebrow – it reminded me of James Joyce's novel of the same name, which I struggled to finish in university.

While the French team was still getting organized, the Americans somehow managed to beat them to it, but when they were about to land on Mars, they received a strange warning not to do so... And that's the last we hear of them. I'm guessing they just vanished or something, but that's beside the point.

When our crew got close to the red planet, something went wrong: the spacecraft couldn't detach from the main ship. The captain then asked one of the female crew members to manually detach it, but she refused. The captain tried to do it himself and ended up floating off into space.

Anyway, they managed to land on Mars.

The main character of the story is Jeanne.

My dad was obsessed with space, and his hero was Vladimir Komarov, the Soviet cosmonaut who died during a space mission. He was a hero of the Soviet Union, and his story always stuck with me. The team is on a mission to explore a red planet, and they stumble upon a cosmonaut lying on the ground. He's exhausted, but still breathing. They take him aboard and when he comes to, he introduces himself as Vladimir Komarov, a Soviet cosmonaut.

But here's the thing that really got me – how dare they mess with the memory of such an amazing person and a hero! It gets even crazier. They're convinced it's really Vladimir Komarov, the cosmonaut who died decades ago. He should be around 90 years old by now, but he looks young and fit.

And then there's this... the analysis shows that he has a triple helix DNA. The third strand of DNA is from a rock... Is this guy even human?

I was blown away and even questioned my knowledge of biology regarding DNA in rocks. I mean, we all know that DNA is only found in living organisms. These French fantasists are something else. What else are they going to find on Mars? And the thing is, they will.

The mastermind behind this space mission is Ivan Goldstein. He's the real puppeteer here. He's incredibly wealthy, but he's also terminally ill with cancer. Why on earth would he go through all this? I won't give away the spoilers. Let me tell you about some of the team members instead. There's William, the scientist who looks like a Russian version of Colin Firth, but with a black beard.

Then there's Alessandra, the college beauty queen who still thinks she's a stunner to this day. I've always thought that to go to space, you need to be a real computer genius, like Basil-one man with Nikita Prsesnyakov.

But it looks like this crew didn't undergo any psychological testing. They're always freaking out, having tantrums, and behaving unpredictably - it's like they just picked people off the street. They're even bringing adult content on board, which is just crazy.

I've always wondered what drives people like this to go on a mission to the far reaches of space.

Well, I don't have any family, so I thought, why not take a chance?

That's what one of the crew members said.

I would have fought to the end to stay on our planet, clinging to anything I could find. But when I asked my partner if he'd go to space, he just shrugged and said:

It depends on where...

That's something to think about...

The show's about 8 episodes long. Before each new episode, there's a quick recap of the previous ones - for people who lost the thread. Despite some inconsistencies, the show is pretty unique and interesting. It's not bad at all. I wanted to know how it would all end up. I kind of found out. But... the first season ended and the second one started.

What do you do? Stop! It would be great to stop at the first season! No more, I just can't take it!

I didn't watch the second season. I figured, why bother? I'm already overwhelmed with information, like I just got back from Mars.

I'd give the show a solid 4 stars.

I'd take off 1 star for some inconsistencies and lack of logic.

But I'd keep the 4 stars for the amazing space shots, the Martian landscapes, the unique idea, and the storyline. The Martian landscapes are beautiful, but I still didn't get the red planet's color right, like in this movie, where Mars is depicted as stunning:

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What's the series about?

The series follows a group of astronauts on a mission to Mars, but things take a strange turn when they receive a mysterious warning not to land on the planet.

Is the series in English?

No, the series is in French with English subtitles.

How many episodes are there?

The series has 8 episodes, each about 45 minutes long.

Is the series suitable for all ages?

No, the series contains some mature themes and language, so it's not suitable for younger viewers.

Can I stream the series?

Yes, the series is available to stream on various platforms, including Netflix and Amazon Prime.

What's the budget for the series?

I couldn't find any information on the budget for the series, but it looks like it was made on a relatively low budget.

Are there any similar series?

Yes, if you like this series, you might also enjoy other sci-fi series like 'Interstellar' and 'The Martian'.

What's the runtime for each episode?

Each episode is about 45 minutes long, making it a relatively quick watch.

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•The cinematography is top-notch, with beautiful shots of the Martian landscape.
•The lighthearted French humor adds a unique touch to the series.
•The storyline is engaging, even if it's a bit confusing at times.
•The production values are high, with a professional-looking set and effects.
•The cast does a great job of bringing their characters to life.
•The series has a great sense of atmosphere, with a creepy, otherworldly feel.

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•Some of the plot twists are genuinely confusing, and I found myself rewinding to try and make sense of them.
•The pacing can be a bit slow, especially in the early episodes.
•The characters are a bit one-dimensional, with not a lot of depth or development.
•The dialogue can be a bit cheesy at times, with some cringe-worthy moments.
•The series relies a bit too heavily on convenient plot devices.
•The ending is a bit abrupt, with some unanswered questions left hanging.