The Alternative (film)

The Alternative is a 2021 American science fiction thriller film directed by Christopher James Miller and written by Justin Miller, Christopher James Miller, and JD Miller. The film follows six scientists who are trapped in a lab during a deadly meteor shower and are forced to make impossible choices to survive. It stars Noel Gugliemi, Tristan Risk, and Daniel Baldwin. The film is notable for its blend of science fiction and suspense, focusing on themes of morality, survival, and the consequences of scientific experimentation. Initial reception was mixed, with some critics praising its claustrophobic atmosphere and philosophical questions, while others criticized its pacing and perceived plot holes.