Rewind and Revive
Marta Djordjevic
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On the Silver Globe by Andrzej Żuławski (1988) | Episode 03
In this episode of the Rewind & Revive podcast, I’m joined by Van Padilla of @VanWatchesMovies to take on Andrzej Żuławski’s unfinished sci-fi epic, On the Silver Globe. We dig into the film’s chaotic production history, its haunting themes of power, despair, and failed utopias, and how Żuławski’s personal and political turmoil shaped every frame. We also unpack: The film’s dense, poetic structure and jagged editing style Żuławski’s clash with Polish authorities and the devastating censorship that halted the project Why On the Silver Globe remains such a singular entry in the science fiction canon — and why it still matters Plus: thoughts on the legacy of this wild, unfinished masterpiece, and whether a remake would even be possible (or desirable). …And if you want to keep following what Van is up to, check him out on Linktree. Music by Andre Abreu 00:00 Introduction and Anticipation 08:41 Exploring Andrzej Żuławski's Background 12:38 The Artistic Style of Żuławski 19:06 Exploring the Context of Censorship 27:02 The Impact of Personal Loss on Creativity 29:44 Return to Poland: A Troubled Homecoming 31:33 Adapting Literary Works: The Lunar Trilogy 38:59 Plot Overview, Character Dynamics, & Themes 53:15 The Grotesque and Unsettling Elements of the Sherns 01:03:33 Production Challenges and the Toll on Crew 01:12:27 The Shut Down of the Film 01:18:29 The Journey to Completion 01:25:06 The Legacy of On the Silver Globe
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