Ad Astra (2019) is a sci-fi drama directed by James Gray, following astronaut Roy McBride (Brad Pitt) on a mission to find his missing father, Clifford McBride (Tommy Lee Jones), who disappeared while searching for extraterrestrial life. Set in the near future, the film explores themes of isolation, human connection, and the search for meaning in the vastness of space. Roy is tasked with traveling to the edge of the solar system, where his father’s last known location lies, but along the way, he must confront his own emotional struggles and complicated relationship with his father.

The movie blends breathtaking visuals with a deeply introspective narrative. As Roy journeys through space, the audience is drawn into his internal conflict and quest for closure. Ad Astra stands out for its thoughtful portrayal of space exploration, focusing less on action and more on personal introspection. Its quiet, meditative tone and emotional depth elevate it from a typical sci-fi film into a contemplative exploration of humanity’s place in the universe.