Cast
View AllMatthias Sigl
as Captain
Florian Parzer
as Otho
Claudia Leonhart
as Joan Landor
Günther Brandl
as Grag
Peter Eherer
as Ezra Gurney
Monika Brandl
as Sovereign of Sihnon
Martin Eherer
as President Kashew
Kerstin Seitz
as Colonel Ridley
Frank von Puch
as Ltd. Hendricks
Andrea Adam
as Senator Berami
Christiane Allinger
as Aristocrat of Sihnon
Claudia Lorenz
as Aristocrat of Sihnon
Helmut Brandl
as Nassif
Pankraz Jekal
as Professor
Stefan Mühlbauer
as Mr. Swaalo
Crew
Director
- Helmut Brandl
Writer
- Helmut Brandl
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, The Captain explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about humanity's place in the universe and our evolutionary trajectory. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Helmut Brandl brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2018, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Captain took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 101 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 154 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 68 unique compositions.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 6, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 41m
- Budget: $1,500