Cast
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Sean Faris
as Vic
Sarah Roemer
as Elizabeth
Frank Deal
as Kirwin
James Saito
as Dr. Stein
Rob DeRosa
as Ray
Kimberley Locke
as Crystal Blue
Sewell Whitney
as Preacher Jack
Ryan Farrell
as Robert
Leslie Marshall
as Becky
Christopher Tighe
as Lab Test Subject
Davis Hall
as Priest
Seth Kirschner
as Henry
Bern Cohen
as Chester
Paul Teutul, Sr.
as Self
Thomas Kopache
as Psychotic Man
Crew
Director
- Dena Hysell-Cornejo
- Isak Borg
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Algorithm: BLISS 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 Dena Hysell-Cornejo 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 2020, 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 Algorithm: BLISS took approximately 24 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 99 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 121 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1073 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 42 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- The COVID-19 pandemic transformed global health, economics, and social interaction.
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: June 2, 2020
- Runtime: 1h 39m
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