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The Picture of Dorian Gray

The Picture of Dorian Gray (2007)

Jul 14, 2007 1h 37m Horror Mystery Thriller

As a young man, Dorian Gray's beguiling innocence captured the eye of famed artist Basil Hallward. As the two enter into a close friendship, Basil crafts a remarkable piece of art that seems to capture Dorian's essence as much as it does the artist's obsession. Stricken by the remarkable beauty of the piece and lamenting his own inevitable loss of youth, the troubled Dorian makes a wish that the artistic rendering of him bear the weathers of time while he remains forever youthful. Later, as Dorian strikes up a friendship with Lord Henry, wealthy entitlement, decadence, and obsessive pleasure lead the handsome young noble down a dark path of drugs and dangerous friendships. When Basil attempts to help his old friend, the artist's nobility ends up costing him his life. Through it all, Dorian remains as hypnotically handsome as ever.

Directed by Duncan Roy

Cast

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David Gallagher
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David Gallagher

as Dorian Gray

Noah Segan
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Noah Segan

as Basil Hallward

Jaymie Dornan
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Jaymie Dornan

as Young Dorian

Crew

Director
  • Duncan Roy

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Thematic Analysis

This Horror/Mystery/Thriller film explores themes of fear and survival, delving into the psychological aspects of human nature when confronted with the unknown. The Picture of Dorian Gray presents a unique perspective on the horror genre by focusing on the psychological terror rather than relying on typical jump scares.

Director Duncan Roy 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 2007, 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 Picture of Dorian Gray took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 432 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The screenplay went through 7 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.

Historical Context

  • In 2007, when this film is released:
  • Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
  • The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
  • Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: July 14, 2007
  • Runtime: 1h 37m

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