Since there are a bunch of other space-geeks around here I'd thought I share this gem of an independent film series, http://vodo.net/pioneerone]Pioneer One. The full synopsis:
Pioneer One Wrote:An object from space spreads radiation over North America. Fearing terrorism, U.S. Homeland Security agents are dispatched to investigate and contain the damage. What they discover is a forgotten relic of the old Soviet space program whose return to Earth will have implications for the entire world.The production is spotty at times and the acting could use a little work, but damn if the two episodes available aren't engrossing. Best of all, they're legally available completely free of charge via BitTorrent. (If you have uTorrent, the latest version has a app you can get that will auto-download them as they become available.) I for one can't wait for the next episode and will be making a donation come my next paycheck.