BackSpace Forever appears to conclude the BackSpace trilogy, a mini-series I've thoroughly enjoyed. Like the previous two short films, BackSpace and BackSpace Returns, this installment is full of nods to iconic sci-fi classics, including Star Wars, Halo, The Black Hole, Stargate, and others. Once again, the orchestral music-strongly inspired by those classics-is top-notch.
In this film, Hunter, the main protagonist, returns to where the trilogy began. Unfortunately, despite my high hopes for stronger story development after the second installment, there doesn't seem to be a convincing narrative arc here. Additionally, the special effects feel less polished compared to the previous films, which is disappointing, considering this was meant to be the apex of the trilogy.
This third installment is noticeably longer, equal to the combined runtime of the previous two films. While the visuals remain excellent, I still believe the second film was by far the best of the trilogy. That said, I wouldn't hesitate to watch more BackSpace films if the director decided to continue the story. In my view, this trilogy represents just one mission, and there's endless potential for sequels.
