# Space Sweepers (2021)

> A cash-strapped salvage crew races through a polluted 2092 orbit, where dangerous debris and powerful rivals turn survival into a spectacular found-family adventure.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/248721

## Facts

- Runtime: 136 min
- Genres: Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction
- Director: Jo Sung-hee
- Cast: Song Joong-ki, Kim Tae-ri, Yoo Hai-jin, Jin Sun-kyu, Richard Armitage, Kim Moo-yul, Park Ye-rin, Oh Ji-yul
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12838766/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: witty, propulsive, hopeful, weekend sci fi marathon, blockbuster movie night

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