Cast
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Matthew Modine
as Joe Slovak
Daphne Zuniga
as Laurie Rorbach
Christine Lahti
as Dr. Rachel Woodruff
Todd Field
as David Schreiner
John Scott Clough
as Miles Reed
Alice Carter
as Kim McCauley
Robert Desiderio
as Dr. Banks
Zakes Mokae
as Dr. Banumbra
Clyde Kusatsu
as Interviewing Professor
John Petlock
as Interviewing Professor
J. Patrick McNamara
as Interviewing Professor
Jan Munroe
as Interviewing Professor
Kay E. Kuter
as Lecturing Professor
Michael Flanagan
as Lecturing Professor
Don Perry
as Lecturing Professor
Crew
Director
- Thom Eberhardt
Producer
- Debra Hill
- Howard Rosenman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Gross Anatomy examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Thom Eberhardt 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1989, 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 Gross Anatomy took approximately 22 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $8.5 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 109 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 135 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1989, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- 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
Details
- Release Date: October 20, 1989
- Runtime: 1h 49m
- Budget: $8,500,000
- Revenue: $11,604,598