The six-member crew of the International Space Station is tasked with studying a sample from Mars that may be the first proof of extra-terrestrial life, which proves more intelligent than ever expected.

Life is just thrilling, well-acted, and capably filmed enough to overcome an overall inability to add new wrinkles to the trapped-in-space genre.

'Life' is a science fiction film with mixed reviews. Many praise its suspenseful atmosphere, special effects, and unique setting on the International Space Station. The discovery of an alien organism adds intrigue. However, criticisms focus on implausible character actions, weak development, and comparisons to 'Alien'. Some find the plot predictable and the ending disappointing. Despite these issues, many find 'Life' entertaining for its thrills and visual effects.