Release Date: December 30, 2024 (United States)
Genre: Drama, Science Fiction, Thriller
Filming Locations: Salem, Oregon, USA
Director: Jeffrey Schneider
Writers: Abel Martinez Jr., Jeffrey Schneider
Stars: Jeffrey Schneider, Geno Romo, Nick Dent
Production Companies: Masch Global Media, WJD Films
Country of Origin: United States
Language: English
Story
It is 2029. Astronomers have been closely tracking the trajectory of a massive asteroid named Apophis, which is expected to have a significant chance of colliding with Earth, and this has put everyone on edge. While governments, scientists, and citizens rush to get ready for the impending apocalypse, humanity is facing an existential crisis.
Plot Summary
Act I: The Finding
The film begins with a tense scene at an observatory where scientists confirm the alarming calculations under the direction of the brilliant but reclusive Dr. Sarah Langford (Heather Wakehouse): Apophis is headed straight for Earth. Fear spreads throughout the world as the news grows like wildfire. A state of emergency is proclaimed by the governments, and President Alexander Roth (Nick Dent) speaks to the people, advising them to remain calm and united in the face of the approaching calamity.
Act 2: The Plan
Experienced astronaut and military strategist Commander Jacobs (Jeffrey Schneider) is assigned to spearhead a last-ditch effort to prevent the disaster. He puts together a diverse group of professionals, such as Eric (Geno Romo), a troubled former NASA engineer, and Angela (Angela Barajas), a bright young scientist with expertise in nuclear technology.
Character depth is increased as personal histories and backgrounds are disclosed as the team gets ready for their mission. We find out about the tense relationship Commander Jacobs has with his brother, Uncle Mark (Bob Olin), who holds Jacobs responsible for their parents’ deaths. Meanwhile, Angela is coping with the recent loss of her mother, Becca’s Mom (Tammy Vallerga), in a tragic accident, and Eric is tormented by guilt over a botched mission that claimed lives.
Act 3: The Mission
In an audacious space mission to intercept Apophis, the team sets off. Their strategy was to change the asteroid’s trajectory away from Earth by setting off a number of nuclear warheads on it. There are many obstacles on the journey, such as internal conflicts and mechanical failures. Although Joe Ghio and Miah Washburn, Soldiers 1 and 2, offer vital support, tensions are high as the clock is running out.
When President Roth returns to Earth, the people are in disarray and there is political unrest. Nicolas Gregory Smith, Becca’s father, is a charismatic activist who encourages others to join the cause and turns out to be an unanticipated ally. Becca (Taylor Vincelli), a young child whose inquisitive questions inspire hope, grows into a symbol of resilience and belief in others.
Act 4: The Climax
The crew faces unexpected challenges as they get closer to Apophis in space. There is not as much time as expected to stabilize the asteroid’s surface. Commander Jacobs and Eric execute a perilous spacewalk in a thrilling sequence in order to plant the warheads. From the ship, Angela keeps an eye on things and helps them get through the emergency.
The explosion causes the spacecraft to spin dangerously, but the detonation is successful. Commander Jacobs makes the selfless decision to stay behind and manually stabilize the ship so the other members of the team can safely return to Earth. Jacobs bids a final, heartfelt farewell to his brother, Uncle Mark, via a live transmission that the entire world watches in wonder and sadness.
Act 5: The Aftermath
Earth is spared annihilation because Apophis has been diverted. Although everyone rejoices over the heroes’ return, the wounds from the ordeal still hurt. President Roth promises to lead with greater compassion and wisdom, Angela carries on her mother’s legacy, and Eric finds redemption and a new purpose.
Becca plants a tree in remembrance of the fallen heroes, signifying fresh starts and the enduring spirit of humanity, as the film closes on a hopeful note. In the closing moment, the tree can be seen growing robustly and resiliently against the backdrop of a world that is healing.
Cast
Jeffrey Schneider as Commander Jacobs
Geno Romo as Eric
Nick Dent as President Alexander Roth
Bob Olin as Uncle Mark
Heather Wakehouse as Sarah
Miah Washburn as Soldier #1
Marzell Sampson as Ben
Angela Barajas as Angela
Tammy Vallerga as Becca’s Mom
Taylor Vincelli as Becca
Nicolas Gregory Smith as Becca’s Dad
Joe Ghio as Soldier #2