Cast
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Arsenio Hall
as Apartment Victim (segment "Mondo Condo")
Donald F. Muhich
as Easterbrook (segment "Pethouse Video")
Monique Gabrielle
as Taryn Steele (segment "Pethouse Video")
Lou Jacobi
as Murray (segment "Murray in Videoland")
Erica Yohn
as Selma (segment "Murray in Videoland")
Debbi A. Davison
as Weather Person (segment "Murray in Videoland")
Rob Krausz
as Floor Manager (segment "Murray in Videoland")
Phil Hartman
as Baseball Announcer (segment "Murray in Videoland")
Corey Burton
as Anchorman (segment "Murray in Videoland") / TV Announcer (segment "Amazon Women on the Moon")
Corey Burton
as Announcer (segment "Silly Paté")
Michelle Pfeiffer
as Brenda (segment "Hospital")
Peter Horton
as Harry (segment "Hospital")
Griffin Dunne
as Doctor (segment "Hospital")
Brian Ann Zoccola
as Nurse (segment "Hospital")
Joe Pantoliano
as Sy Swerdlow (segment "Hairlooming")
Crew
Director
- Peter Horton
- Carl Gottlieb
- John Landis
- Robert K. Weiss
- Joe Dante
Writer
- Michael Barrie
- Jim Mulholland
Producer
- Robert K. Weiss
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Amazon Women on the Moon 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 Peter Horton 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 1987, 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 Amazon Women on the Moon took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 84 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 113 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 36 unique compositions.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1642 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 1987, when this film was released:
- Economic policies were shifting toward deregulation in many Western countries.
- Personal computers were beginning to transform homes and workplaces.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
While Amazon Women on the Moon shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Four Rooms, which focuses more on action than character development, Amazon Women on the Moon subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like The Gazebo and To Die For explore similar territory, Amazon Women on the Moon 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: September 18, 1987
- Runtime: 1h 24m
- Revenue: $548,696
