Stowaway

Stowaway is a 2021 sci-fi drama film directed by Joe Penna, who co-wrote it with Ryan Morrison. The movie follows a three-person crew on a mission to Mars: Commander Marina Barnett (Toni Collette), biologist David Kim (Daniel Dae Kim), and medical researcher Zoe Levenson (Anna Kendrick). Their journey takes an unexpected turn when they discover an accidental stowaway, Michael Adams (Shamier Anderson), a launch support engineer who was trapped on board. This revelation poses a critical ethical dilemma as the ship's resources are insufficient to sustain four people for the entire mission. The film explores themes of survival, ethics, and human connection in a confined and high-stakes environment. As the crew grapples with the moral implications of their situation, they must find a way to ensure their survival. Despite its tense premise, the movie has been noted for its character development limitations and a somewhat disjointed pacing. However, it features strong performances from its cast and engaging cinematography, making it a thought-provoking exploration of human nature under extreme conditions.