Laika
Synopsis
In 1957, Moscow sent a stray dog into space on Sputnik 2. She became the first living being to orbit the earth. She never returned. Her name was Laika. This inspired short begins with a catastrophe aboard an international space station that sends a lone Russian astronaut fleeing in an escape ship. Isolated and barreling through space in a half-mad state, he encounters… British Director Adam Fair has come up with a brilliant concept for a space-set horror film. One that thrills and surprises while also educating a new audience about Laika’s tragic story, tapping into energies of national guilt over her fate.
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Sci-Fi Short Film: "LAIKA" | DUST | Online PremiereOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2022-04-20
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Fair
- Original Score
- ALISTAIR KERLEY
- Original Title
- Laika
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Pit Stop Productions, Penelope VFX
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam Fair
ALISTAIR KERLEY
John Sanderson
Department Leadership Roster
Adam Fair
Director
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What is Laika about?
In 1957, Moscow sent a stray dog into space on Sputnik 2. She became the first living being to orbit the earth. She never returned. Her name was Laika. This inspired short begins with a catastrophe aboard an international space station that sends a lone Russian astronaut fleeing in an escape ship. Isolated and barreling through space in a half-mad state, he encounters… British Director Adam Fair has come up with a brilliant concept for a space-set horror film. One that thrills and surprises while also educating a new audience about Laika’s tragic story, tapping into energies of national guilt over her fate.
Who directed Laika?
Laika was directed by Adam Fair.
Who stars in Laika?
The principal cast of Laika includes Anton Valensi, Róisín Monaghan, Alexander Kaczmarek.
When was Laika released and how long is it?
Laika was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Laika?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Laika was composed by ALISTAIR KERLEY.