Cast
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John Goodman
as Rex (voice)
Blaze Berdahl
as Buster (voice)
Rhea Perlman
as Mother Bird (voice)
Jay Leno
as Vorb (voice)
René Le Vant
as Woog (voice)
Felicity Kendal
as Elsa (voice)
Charles Fleischer
as Dweeb (voice)
Walter Cronkite
as Captain Neweyes (voice)
Joey Shea
as Louie (voice)
Julia Child
as Dr. Bleeb (voice)
Kenneth Mars
as Professor Screweyes (voice)
Yeardley Smith
as Cecilia (voice)
Martin Short
as Stubbs the Clown (voice)
Larry King
as Himself (voice)
Shelley Thompson
as (voice)
Crew
Director
- Phil Nibbelink
- Simon Wells
- Dick Zondag
- Ralph Zondag
Producer
- Steve Hickner
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story 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 Phil Nibbelink 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 1993, 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 We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 72 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 120 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The costume department created over 409 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The musical score contains over 56 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1993, when this film was released:
- Globalization was accelerating economic and cultural exchange.
- Digital technology was transforming the entertainment industry.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Night at the Museum, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Godzilla and Godzilla Raids Again explore similar territory, We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: November 24, 1993
- Runtime: 1h 12m
- Revenue: $9,317,021
