After Earth (2013) is a science fiction adventure film directed by M. Night Shyamalan, starring Will Smith and his son Jaden Smith. The film is set in a post-apocalyptic future where Earth has been abandoned by humans for over a thousand years.

The story follows General Cypher Raige (Will Smith) and his teenage son, Kitai Raige (Jaden Smith), who embark on a mission that goes disastrously wrong. After their spaceship crashes on the now-uninhabitable Earth, Kitai and his severely injured father are the only survivors. With Cypher unable to move, it falls upon Kitai to embark on a perilous journey across hostile terrain to retrieve a rescue beacon from the ship’s tail section, which has landed far from their crash site.

As Kitai navigates the dangerous environment, he must confront various threats, including evolved predatory animals and an alien creature called the Ursa that hunts humans by sensing their fear. Along the way, Kitai faces his fears and insecurities, struggling to live up to his father’s expectations and legacy.

“After Earth” explores themes of courage, survival, and the father-son relationship. The film delves into the dynamics between Cypher, a stoic and disciplined soldier, and Kitai, a young cadet striving to prove himself. The narrative emphasizes the importance of overcoming fear and the journey of personal growth.

Despite its ambitious premise and the star power of Will and Jaden Smith, “After Earth” received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who criticized its pacing, dialogue, and perceived lack of originality. However, it found a modest audience among fans of science fiction and adventure films. The movie’s visual effects, action sequences, and the performances of the Smith duo were among its highlights.