Before ‘Project Hail Mary,’ here are our 8 favorite movies about getting lost in outer space

The new sci-fi film “Project Hail Mary,” starring Ryan Gosling, hits theaters Friday. Gosling plays Ryland Grace, a science teacher who wakes up with amnesia on a spaceship far from Earth. He soon discovers he’s on a crucial mission to save the sun, which is mysteriously losing its brightness. The story starts with Grace completely alone, but takes an unexpected turn when he teams up with an alien named Rocky, who is also working to solve the same crisis. It evolves from a solitary journey into a surprising partnership.

A subtle and mysterious connection is made in the hypnotic ‘Miroirs No. 3’

Director Petzold often tells stories in a subtle and intriguing way, as seen in his previous psychological dramas like “Barbara,” “Transit,” and “Afire.” His new film, “Miroirs No. 3,” which centers on a strange recovery from an accident, is a bit more gentle in tone, but still explores complex ideas about hidden identities and the longing within his characters.