In 1964, an astronaut named Kitai finds himself stranded on the red planet after a forced landing. While trying to return home, his ship suffers irreparable damage, leaving him completely isolated. With a hostile environment that challenges his survival, Kitai must learn to tame his new Martian home. As he grapples with loneliness, he encounters a strange and curious creature: a monkey that adopts him as a companion. Together, they form an unexpected bond that helps them face the dangers of the desert planet, from dust storms to alien predators.
As Kitai struggles to adapt to life on Mars, he also confronts his own inner demons, reflecting on isolation and the purpose of his mission. Alongside his furry friend, they embark on small adventures and experience moments of camaraderie that defy the solitude surrounding them. Their bond becomes their greatest strength as they attempt to find resources and build a home in this inhospitable landscape.
However, time is not on their side, and desperation begins to set in as Kitai realizes that rescue may be just a distant dream. Tension rises when they encounter an unexpected danger, putting their wit and courage to the test. Will Kitai be able to survive on this distant planet and find a way back home, or is his fate sealed in a land where time and hope seem to fade away? A rewarding story of survival and friendship in an alien world.