Cast
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Gillian Anderson
as Dr. Hendricks
Ella Purnell
as Natalie
David Strathairn
as Franklin Ahls
Brian 'Wolfman Black' Bowman
as Roland Junger
Alex Sharp
as Derek Echevaro
Katie Eichler
as Sara
Benjamin Beatty
as Lee
Ming Wang
as Flight Attendant (uncredited)
Derek Polen
as FBI Scientist (uncredited)
John E. Brownlee
as FBI Agent (uncredited)
Marcus B. Jackson
as Armed Guard
Mark Aaron Buerkle
as William Hendricks
David Heckel
as Hal LaPierre
Chauncey Ragland
as Zach
Ron Gorley
as FBI Agent
Crew
Director
- Ryan Eslinger
Writer
- Ryan Eslinger
Producer
- Tom Rice
- Evan Hayes
- Jeffrey Sharp
Reviews
Gimly
If you love maths so much why don't you GAY MARRY IT?
_Final rating:★½: - Boring/disappointing. Avoid where possible._
Jan 20, 2019
COLONELGEORGETAYLOR
Something to think about. On the other movie database website this movie gets a 6.2
On this website the analogous rating is 6.9
To me, that says one of two things. Either the people visiting here are smarter than IMDB reviewers ... or ... IMDB isn't about reflecting the public's opinion, but instead reflecting Jeff Bezos' opinion. My opinion??? Both of those things are true.
BTW, in light of what we know about our government (USA) in 2024, this movie has enhanced its relevance since being released.
"I'd rather have questions I can't answer, than answers I can't question."
The previous quote is from every person who ever thought for themselves. Be one of those people.
Mar 10, 2024
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, UFO 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 Ryan Eslinger 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 2018, 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 UFO took approximately 10 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 88 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 132 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 11 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 11 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 891 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2018, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While UFO shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Face/Off, which focuses more on action than character development, UFO subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Take Off and The Day the Earth Stood Still explore similar territory, UFO stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
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: September 4, 2018
- Runtime: 1h 28m
