Settlers May 2026

Brooklynn Prince (as young Remmy) proves her talent, carrying much of the tension. Nell Tiger Free (as older Remmy) and Ismael Cruz Cordova (as the volatile intruder, Jerry) are also standouts, managing to bring emotional depth to a very minimal script.

It raises many interesting questions about the world it inhabits—how did Earth become uninhabitable? What is happening in the other colonies? The film rarely answers these, choosing to remain frustratingly vague.

A surprisingly endearing, functional-looking, Wall-E-style robot that provides some of the best, most quiet moments of connection. The Bad:

Based on the 2021 sci-fi film Settlers (directed by Wyatt Rockefeller), this review reflects a tense, atmospheric, yet uneven cinematic experience.

Settlers is worth watching for fans of slow-paced, character-driven sci-fi who prioritize mood over action. Its gorgeous visuals and high tension are commendable. However, those looking for a tightly plotted story or a new take on Martian colonization might find it a disappointing, sluggish affair. It is an ambitious debut that unfortunately doesn't quite stick the landing.

The film is visually stunning, making brilliant use of its low budget to create a truly believable, dusty, and lonely Mars.