A Planet Painted by Hand
FilmApril 18, 2026Martí Madaula Esquirol

A Planet Painted by Hand

In the desert of the American southwest, scientists are simulating the colonisation of Mars. They follow protocols, record data and live according to precise schedules. During their breaks, day-to-day life takes on the appearance of a strange science fiction. How do we imagine life on a planet we've never set foot on?

About the movie

In the desert of the American southwest, scientists are simulating the colonisation of Mars. They follow protocols, record data and live according to precise schedules. During their breaks, day-to-day life takes on the appearance of a strange science fiction. How do we imagine life on a planet we've never set foot on?

ReleasedApril 18, 2026
DirectorMartí Madaula Esquirol
Runtime18 min
GenresDocumentaryScience Fiction
Reviews