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Rebooted

Rebooted

Phil, once a terrifying villain of the silver-screen, struggles to find work in modern Hollywood due to being an out-of-date special effect. Refusing to succumb to his own irrelevance, Phil takes drastic measures when he learns the film for which he was created is being rebooted without him.

Cast

Glen Hunwick

Harry

Peter Paltos
Peter Paltos

Centurion

Daniel Daperis
Daniel Daperis

Hot Dog Guy 1

Michael Wahr

Hot Dog Guy 2

Holly Austin
Holly Austin

Producer

Albert Garcia

Director

Wendy Bos

Casting Director

Michael Shanks
Michael Shanks

10,000 Sandals Director

Alex Cooke
Alex Cooke

Modern Centurion

Rory Kelly

Motion Capture Actor

Michelle Zintschenko

Bar Woman

Nick Issell

Bar Guy 1

Rennie Watson

Bar Guy 2

Lee Beckhurst
Lee Beckhurst

Guard 1

Adam McKenzie

Guard 2

Crew

Director
  • Michael Shanks
Producer
  • Nicholas Colla
  • Chris Hocking

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Rebooted examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Michael Shanks 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 character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Rebooted took approximately 6 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 13 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 53 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 54 unique compositions.
  • Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
  • The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.

Historical Context

  • In 2019, when this film is released:
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: October 27, 2019
  • Runtime: 13m

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