Cast
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Robert Hays
as Kirby Winter
Pam Dawber
as Bonny Lee Beaumont
Zohra Lampert
as Wilma Farnham
Ed Nelson
as Joseph Locordolos
Maurice Evans
as D. Leroy Wintermore
Peter Brown
as Raoul
Larry Hankin
as René
Macdonald Carey
as Walton Grumby
Burton Gilliam
as Hoover Hess
Jill Ireland
as Charla O'Rourke
John O'Leary
as Hibber
Ed E. Carroll
as Truck Driver
Steffen Zacharias
as Old Man
John Roselius
as Policeman Harris
Arthur Bernard
as Hank
Crew
Director
- William Wiard
Producer
- Myrl A. Schreibman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything 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 William Wiard 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 1980, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 158 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1980, when this film was released:
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Go, which focuses more on action than character development, The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Uncle Sam and Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 explore similar territory, The Girl, the Gold Watch & Everything stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: June 13, 1980
- Runtime: 1h 40m
