This probably looks about as stodgy now as it did back then.
When Worlds Collide
Planets destroy earth!
1951 · 1h 23m · G
Drama, Science Fiction
Directed by
Rudolph Maté
Overview
When a group of astronomers calculate a star is on a course to slam into Earth, a few days before, it's accompanying planet will first pass close enough to the Earth to cause havoc on land and sea. They set about building a rocket so a few selected individuals can escape to the planet.
Director and cast
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Top critics, in their words
Top honors for this inter-planetary fantasy rest with the cameramen and special effects technicians rather than with performances of the non-name cast.
Mr. Pal barely gets us out there, but this time he doesn't bring us back.
George Pal's production is better remembered for its apocalyptic special effects than for the perfunctory dialogue, but the gripping story keeps you watching.
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