Ad Astra: Cinematic Hypnotism
“Ad Astra” is a film that possesses similar beats to sci-fi classics, falling into the realm of cinematic hypnotism, and pulling us in with its mysteriously intoxicating identity.

In 2009 in Andalusia, in the wake of the financial crisis, Carmela, a 7-year-old girl, spends her days at her grandparents' country house. During her stay she befriends a hen, Fabiola, with whom she forges a beautiful friendship. Through her imagination, Carmela manages to escape from the absent relationship with her parents.
“Ad Astra” is a film that possesses similar beats to sci-fi classics, falling into the realm of cinematic hypnotism, and pulling us in with its mysteriously intoxicating identity.
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