Cast
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John Saxon
as Capt. Anthony Vico
Kathleen Miller
as Dr. Allison Crowley
Keene Curtis
as Dr. William Scott
James Olson
as Surgeon
Martine Beswick
as Tana
Reb Brown
as Sprang
Ford Rainey
as Sirus
Bill McKinney
as Badger
Gerrit Graham
as Daniel
Catherine Bach
as Lara, the Guide
Cynthia Wood
as Arana
Norland Benson
as Hide
Richard Farnsworth
as Elder
Lawrence Greenstein
as Mutant (uncredited)
Crew
Director
- Robert Butler
Writer
- Ranald Graham
- Walon Green
- Al Ramrus
Producer
- Bob Larson
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Strange New World 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 Robert Butler 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 1975, 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 Strange New World took approximately 23 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 131 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 123 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 1975, when this film was released:
- Environmental awareness was growing as a social concern.
- Economic recession and oil crises were affecting global economies.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 13, 1975
- Runtime: 1h 40m