Space Is the Place

Space Is the Place

1974 · 81 min · ★ 5.8 · Science Fiction, Music

Sun Ra and his Solar Myth Arkestra return to Earth after several years in space. Ra proclaims himself "the alter-destiny", meets with inner-city youths and battles with the devil himself to save the black race.

Directed by John Coney · Written by Sun Ra

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