In the Dust of the Stars

In the Dust of the Stars

1976 · 98 min · ★ 4.7 · Science Fiction

A radio signal attracts a team of astronauts to a mysterious planet. Once there, they are warmly welcomed by an alien race, but are soon suspicious of what is really occurring on this strange land.

Directed by Gottfried Kolditz · Written by Gottfried Kolditz

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