Cast
View AllDean Shortland
as Dane Johnson
Jason Marsden
as Ricky Tocaro
Valerie Jane Parker
as Tara
Sara Antonio
as Britney
Ted Welch
as Semi-Pro Wakeboarder
Heather Lannan
as Priscilla
Doug Frassato
as Hockey Mask Slasher
Mashaw Martin
as Inmate
John Mason
as Ravenclaw
Amanda Ratliff
as Sexy Bear
Austin Ayala
as Hippie
Tre Dunn
as Referee
Allen Howard
as Shark
Crew
Director
- Joey von Haeger
Writer
- Ted Welch
Producer
- Ted Welch
- Heather Lannan
- Joey von Haeger
- Mike White
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Time After Time 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 Joey von Haeger 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 2019, 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 Time After Time took approximately 14 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 8 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 36 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 6 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- 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: August 29, 2019
- Runtime: 8m
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