"The Quiet Earth" is a 1985 science fiction film directed by Geoff Murphy. It follows the story of Zac Hobson, a scientist who wakes up to find himself seemingly the last person on Earth after a mysterious event. As he navigates the empty world, he grapples with isolation and the implications of his work. The film explores themes of loneliness, existentialism, and the consequences of scientific experimentation. It is based on the novel of the same name by Craig Harrison and has gained a cult following for its thought-provoking narrative and atmospheric storytelling.