On the Silver Globe (1988)

In a fascinating prologue set in a distant future, two weary researchers find themselves among the dilapidated remnants of an ancient palace. This site, now claimed by a group of indigenous people, serves as the backdrop for the unfolding saga.

A lone horseback rider arrives at the palace carrying a mysterious artifact that captures the researchers' attention. As they examine this object, they inadvertently unveil a heartfelt video diary belonging to an astronaut who faced demise over five decades prior.

The narrative transitions into a flashback that spans years and delves into the tumultuous life of a rebel group fleeing a dystopian Earth. Their desperate escape thrusts them onto an uncharted planet with haunting similarities to their own.

After their spacecraft suffers a catastrophic fate, the rebel group crash-lands on the inhospitable terrain of the uncharted planet. This calamity results in loss, leaving only three survivors: Marta, Piotr, and Jerzy, who grapple with their uncertain future.

The survivors attempt to reach out to Earth but face failure time and again, a blow to their hopes. Determined, they decide to start anew by the seashore, dreaming of establishing a new society far from their troubled past.

As the survivors settle into their new life, the birth of their first son emerges as a crucial turning point. Soon, Marta realizes that her child is experiencing an unprecedented and alarming rate of growth, raising concerns about the implications for humanity.

The tranquility of their new beginning is shattered when Piotr falls victim to an unseen threat. Soon after, Marta's life is abruptly cut short during childbirth, leaving Jerzy to confront the grim reality of survival alone amidst evolving circumstances.

Decades pass, and Jerzy remains as a testament to the old world, aging differently from the evolving humanity that surrounds him. His story drifts into myth, as the progeny of Marta and her companions form a feral tribe, distancing themselves from their past.

Before Jerzy's eventual demise, he records a video diary documenting the lives of those before him. This module preserves the memories and experiences of a bygone era, potentially serving as a link to humanity's troubled past.

Years later, Marek, a respected planetary scientist, embarks on an expedition to the legendary planet that has become a subject of myth. Unbeknownst to him, his arrival is destined to impact the fates of its current inhabitants in profound ways.

Upon his descent, Marek is greeted with exuberance by the ruling priests, who believe he embodies the legendary Old Man prophesied to liberate them from the telepathic sway of the Sherns. Marek's newfound role ignites hope among the populace.

Embracing his unexpected status, Marek spearheads a courageous military offensive against the Sherns, seeking to free humanity from their control. The initial successes foster belief in Marek's prophetic potential, further rallying the people.

Despite early victories, a tragic turn of events unfolds during a landing in the heart of the Shern city. Chaos ensues, and the warriors' admiration for Marek begins to waver, as doubts about his true intentions start to surface.

As tensions reach a peak, Marek's heroic facade crumbles. Facing severe treachery, he is brutally executed by stoning and crucifixion at the hands of those he sought to save, marking a poignant end to his arduous journey.