Solis (2018) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A stranded astronaut fights failing systems and solar proximity while a commander refuses to abandon her rescue mission.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Catastrophe in the Void

A mining accident kills two crew members, leaving Troy Holloway as the sole survivor. He evacuates aboard the EEV Khapera 2 with Milton's corpse, only to discover the emergency beacon is non-functional.

Key Events

• Mining Accident — Space mining accident occurs, killing Milton and Lieutenant Harris. Characters: Troy Holloway, Milton Location: Aten 2024 DEC
• Emergency Evacuation — Holloway evacuates with Milton's corpse aboard the EEV. Characters: Troy Holloway, Milton Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Beacon Failure — Holloway awakens and discovers the EEV beacon is down. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• First Contact — Holloway establishes contact with Commander Roberts of Hathor 18. Characters: Troy Holloway, Commander Roberts Location: Deep Space
• Medical Assessment — Roberts questions Holloway about his concussion and injuries. Characters: Troy Holloway, Commander Roberts Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Position Triangulation — Roberts triangulates the EEV's position using the PLB. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV
• EEV Khapera 2 — The damaged escape vehicle carrying Holloway and Milton's corpse. Characters: Troy Holloway, Milton Location: EEV Khapera 2

Descent Toward the Sun

Commander Roberts establishes radio contact and triangulates the EEV's position using the PLB. She reveals the devastating truth that the damaged vessel is on an irreversible course directly toward the Sun.

Key Events

• Position Triangulation — Roberts triangulates the EEV's position using the PLB. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV
• Solar Trajectory Revealed — Roberts informs Holloway the EEV is on a course for the Sun. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV
• System Damage Report — Roberts details EEV damage including temperature control and radiation leak. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV
• Critical Repairs Begin — Holloway begins making repairs, sustaining multiple injuries. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Hull Compromise — The EEV window begins to crack under solar proximity. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• External Repair Mission — Holloway performs repairs outside the ship as oxygen drops. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Exterior
• Solar Proximity Threat — The Sun looms closer, driving the EEV's trajectory and increasing heat. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: Sun

The Unyielding Mission

Holloway sustains injuries while attempting critical external repairs as the hull cracks and oxygen drops. He pleads with Roberts to abort the rescue to save her crew, but she refuses due to strict corporate orders.

Key Events

• External Repair Mission — Holloway performs repairs outside the ship as oxygen drops. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Exterior
• Plea to Abort — Holloway urges Roberts to turn back to save her crew. Characters: Troy Holloway, Commander Roberts Location: EEV / Hathor 18
• Mission Orders Refused — Roberts refuses to abort, citing strict orders to rescue at least one crew member. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18
• Oxygen Depletion — Holloway's oxygen levels critically decrease, causing drowsiness. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Final Encouragement — Roberts tells Holloway not to give up as she refuses to abandon him. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV
• Window Shatter Preparation — Holloway informs Roberts he will exit through the window. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Solar Proximity Threat — The Sun looms closer, driving the EEV's trajectory and increasing heat. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: Sun

Final Desperation

As oxygen completely depletes, Roberts aligns her ship in front of the EEV window per Holloway's instructions. Holloway declares he is going home, and the window shatters, concluding the rescue attempt.

Key Events

• Window Shatter Preparation — Holloway informs Roberts he will exit through the window. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Final Alignment — Roberts positions Hathor 18 in front of the EEV window as instructed. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV
• Air Depletion — Holloway's air levels completely deplete as he readies himself. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Going Home Declaration — Holloway says aloud he is going home before the window fully shatters. Characters: Troy Holloway Location: EEV Khapera 2
• Rescue Attempt Conclusion — The window shatters, marking the end of the rescue sequence. Characters: Commander Roberts, Troy Holloway Location: Hathor 18 / EEV

Story Breakdown

• Inciting Catastrophe — The mining accident kills crew members and forces an emergency evacuation.
  • Mining Accident — Equipment failure on Aten 2024 DEC kills Milton and Harris.
  • Emergency Evacuation — Holloway escapes with Milton's corpse aboard the EEV.
• Isolation and Contact — Holloway struggles with system failures and establishes radio contact.
  • Beacon Failure — The EEV beacon is down, leaving Holloway stranded.
  • Radio Connection — Holloway contacts Commander Roberts of Hathor 18.
• Solar Trajectory — Roberts locates the EEV and reveals its fatal course.
  • Position Triangulation — Roberts uses the PLB to find the EEV's exact location.
  • Sunward Course — Roberts informs Holloway the EEV is heading directly to the Sun.
• System Degradation — The EEV suffers critical damage as solar proximity increases.
  • Hull Cracking — The EEV window begins to crack under extreme heat.
  • Oxygen Depletion — Holloway's air supply drops critically, causing drowsiness.
• Command Conflict — Holloway begs for rescue cancellation while Roberts holds firm.
  • Plea to Abort — Holloway urges Roberts to turn back to save her crew.
  • Strict Orders — Roberts refuses to abort due to corporate rescue mandates.
• Final Desperation — Holloway prepares to exit the EEV as systems fail completely.
  • Window Preparation — Holloway tells Roberts to position her ship in front of him.
  • Air Depletion — Oxygen runs out as Holloway readies himself for the exit.
• Climactic Resolution — The rescue attempt concludes as the window shatters.
  • Ship Alignment — Roberts maneuvers Hathor 18 into position per Holloway's instructions.
  • Window Shatter — The EEV window breaks, marking the end of the sequence.

Directed by

Carl Strathie

Key Cast

• Steven Ogg — Troy Holloway
• Alice Lowe — Commander Roberts
• Kate Coogan — Liz Holloway
• Henry Douthwaite
• Charlette Kilby — Ship / Suit Voice