Cast
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Jeff Daniels
as Ben Wilson
Ariana Richards
as Hillary Wilson
Emilia Crow
as Reeve
Jim Haynie
as Oscar
Marilyn Lightstone
as Madame Iovine
George Murdock
as Judge Caldwell
David Wells
as Quish
Nicholas Guest
as Spall
Robert Colbert
as Undersecretary
Mimi Craven
as Carolyn
Garon Grigsby
as Tod
Lori Lively
as Kleph
Time Winters
as Reverend
Anne Neill
as Sue Appleton
Steven Gilborn
as Doctor
Crew
Director
- David Twohy
Writer
- Henry Kuttner
- C.L. Moore
Producer
- John A. O'Connor
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Timescape 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 David Twohy 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 1992, 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 Timescape took approximately 17 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 129 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 8 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 31 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 1992, when this film was released:
- The end of the Cold War was reshaping global politics.
- The internet was beginning to transform communication and information access.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: January 11, 1992
- Runtime: 1h 39m
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