Salyut 7



GenreDrama
Release date12 October 2017
DirectorKlim Shipenko
Script byKlim Shipenko, Alexey Chupov, Natasha Merkulova
ProducerSergey Selyanov, Bakur Bakuradze, Anton Zlatopolsky. Executive producers: Yulia Mishkinene, Natalia Smirnova
Production CompaniesCTB Film Company, «Russia 1» TV Channel, Lemonfilms studio, Vita Aktiva Production, Globus Film, with support from the Film Foundation
Runtime111 min.




Cast:


Vladimir Vdovichenkov,
Pavel Derevyanko,
Maria Mironova,
Oksana Fandera,
Lyubov Aksenova,
Alexander Samoilenko,
Vitaly Khaev




In the sci-fi movie "Salyut-7" the unmanned Soviet space station of the same name, located in low Earth orbit, suddenly ceases to respond to commands from the Control Center. In a daring rescue mission, a team of astronauts is dispatched to locate the lifeless space station and accomplish an unprecedented feat: docking with 20 tons of uncontrollable metal. Despite realizing their slim chances of surviving the mission and returning to Earth, this perilous endeavor represents their only solution. The film is based on actual events.
"Salyut-7" showcases the innovative efforts of CTB in exploring new technologies. Notably, the movie holds a world record in the history of cinema, as 40 minutes of the picture were filmed under zero gravity conditions.
With its thrilling premise rooted in real-life events, "Salyut-7" immerses viewers in a suspenseful space adventure that pushes the boundaries of human achievement.