Cast
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Kevin Sorbo
as Det. Sean Nault
Steph Song
as Lenore
Christopher Judge
as Captain Papillo
A.C. Peterson
as Winston Churchill
Alisen Down
as Helen
Jerry Wasserman
as Hillman
Michael St. John Smith
as Senator Booth
David Richmond-Peck
as Andrew Ebetts
Vladimir Moskovchenko
as Armand Beaufort
Keith Dallas
as Pawnbroker
Adrian Holmes
as Detective Chris Sharpe
Trevor Jones
as Search Officer #1
Dan Shea
as Search Officer #2
Nimet Kanji
as Doctor
Jeny Cassady
as Prostitute / Werewolf
Crew
Director
- Brenton Spencer
Writer
- Ruth Fletcher
- Christos N. Gage
Producer
- Aaron L. Gilbert
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Paradox explores potential technological and societal futures, raising important questions about our relationship with technology and artificial intelligence. The film stands apart from other sci-fi works by presenting a vision that is both thought-provoking and visually distinctive.
Director Brenton Spencer 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 2010, 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 Paradox took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 82 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 120 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2119 individual shots.
- The costume department created over 312 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2010, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- 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 Paradox shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Swamp Thing, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Paradox subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Timecop 2: The Berlin Decision and The Dark Knight explore similar territory, Paradox stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: November 19, 2010
- Runtime: 1h 22m
