Cast
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Paul Johansson
as Joe
Sebastian Spence
as Lee Calrton
Miranda Frigon
as Maddy
Jess McLeod
as Megan
Dylan Schmid
as Jackson
William B. Davis
as Ben
Grace Vukovic
as Julie
Ben Witmer
as Jake
Thea Gill
as Tara Laykin
Aliyah O'Brien
as Alicia - FOA Assistant
Josh Byer
as Stan
David Allan Pearson
as Tourist
Dominika Juillet
as Vanessa
Dalias Blake
as Defender 1
Hugo Steele
as Player 1
Crew
Director
- Jason Bourque
Writer
- Rafael Jordan
Producer
- Kim Arnott
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Stonados 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 Jason Bourque 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 2013, 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 Stonados took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 124 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2469 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 37 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: August 31, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 30m