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In a post-apocalyptic time, Earth has been rendered toxic, and most of humanity has abandoned the planet and colonized one of Jupiter's moons, IO. But young scientist Sam Walden has stayed behind and dedicated herself to finding a way for human beings to survive on Earth. After sending out a radio transmission to see if she can locate anyone else, a man named Micah arrives. He believes there is no hope of survival and intends to take the final shuttle to IO in 48 hours.
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IO has some big ideas but little idea of how to effectively convey them, leaving viewers with a sci-fi drama whose attractive packaging can't cover its enervating core.

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Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald It's still watchable enough, thanks to an unsettlingly ambiguous performance by Margaret Qualley...and a spot of clanging contemporary relevance. Feb 7, 2019 Full Review Scott Tobias New York Times A film more interested in symbols of human resilience than in the flesh-and-blood passions that animate it. Jan 24, 2019 Full Review Keith Uhlich The Hollywood Reporter It's not a good sign... when a movie ostensibly meant to rekindle one's faith in mankind makes you long instead for permanent apocalypse. Jan 18, 2019 Full Review Aaron Charles InSession Film A jumbled mess that never really presents a cohesive narrative. Rated: D May 10, 2024 Full Review Lonita Cook KCTV5 News at 9 It's an interesting, compelling idea, but it's a little bit low-key. Oct 1, 2021 Full Review Dan Ashby Cultured Vultures The handful of twists, a little world context and the unique visual style make for an intriguing watch, it's just a shame that the film is a little too much of a slow burn. Aug 17, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Paul S The concept was intriguing and the scenery was beautiful, but literally nothing happens in this movie. This is one of the most boring sci-fi movies I've ever watched, which is a real shame because I am very interested in movies like this. This one definitely isn't worth the watch, and it was a real waste of a movie night. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 09/04/25 Full Review Ryan B my experience with this broker was deeply disappointing. They manipulated trades and employed shady tactics that made me question their legitimacy. Despite my hesitation, I kept trading and eventually earned some profit. But when I chose to withdraw my funds, they delayed communication and ultimately erased my gains, refusing to return even my initial deposit. Their claims of being a regulated entity appear to be completely false. After digging through online reviews, I discovered a recovery specialist who helped retrieve my funds. Mrs. Laura Cooper focuses on assisting scam victims and investigating fraudulent platforms. Her contact details: R e s o x it 4 0 @ g m a i l. com WhatsApp: +1 (309) 208-5151 Rated 1 out of 5 stars 08/27/25 Full Review alan g Just an excuse for interracia coupling. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/19/25 Full Review Mark Staff B Actually not a Sci-Fi movie at all, although it is packaged that way. Yes, the “situation” is a dystopian climate-destroyed Earth, but it is really a rather subtle meditation on responsibility, to the Earth, to family, to loved ones, to other humans. Almost an “art” film. I enjoyed the acting and the minimalistic setting, and cinematography. Not for Sci-Fi, but for artistic drama, I recommend. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/21/25 Full Review pedro l nothing happens. dour, extremely boring. not compelling. i’m tired of hearing this girl talk about nothing. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 05/04/25 Full Review Adam A All IO felt like an hour and half of plot development with no definitive climax or conclusion. As if when they got to end, they lost the plot in exchange for some cheap and vague existential crisis with literally no cliff hanger. They could have explored the plot more by delving into Micahs character showing his journey to IO. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 01/08/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In a post-apocalyptic time, Earth has been rendered toxic, and most of humanity has abandoned the planet and colonized one of Jupiter's moons, IO. But young scientist Sam Walden has stayed behind and dedicated herself to finding a way for human beings to survive on Earth. After sending out a radio transmission to see if she can locate anyone else, a man named Micah arrives. He believes there is no hope of survival and intends to take the final shuttle to IO in 48 hours.
Director
Jonathan Helpert
Producer
Jason Michael Berman, Laura Rister
Screenwriter
Clay Jeter, Charles Spano, Will Basanta
Distributor
Netflix
Production Co
Mandalay Pictures
Genre
Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 18, 2019
Runtime
1h 36m
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