Cast
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Billy West
as Philip Fry / Dr. Zoidberg / Prof. Farnsworth / Various (voice)
Katey Sagal
as Turanga Leela (voice)
John DiMaggio
as Bender / Various (voice)
Phil LaMarr
as Hermes Conrad / Ethan "Bubblegum" Tate / Various (voice)
Lauren Tom
as Amy Wong / Philip J. Fry II (voice)
Tress MacNeille
as Linda van Schoonhoven / Dr. Cahill / Various (voice)
Maurice LaMarche
as Kif Kroker / Schlump / Various (voice)
David Herman
as Nudar / Various (voice)
Dawnn Lewis
as LaBarbara Conrad (voice)
Kath Soucie
as Cubert Farnsworth (voice)
Frank Welker
as Nibbler / Fleb / Seymour (voice)
Coolio
as Kwanzaa-bot (voice)
Al Gore
as Al Gore (voice)
Mark Hamill
as Chanukah Zombie (voice)
Tom Kenny
as Yancy Fry Jr. (voice)
Crew
Director
- Dwayne Carey-Hill
Writer
- Ken Keeler
Producer
- Claudia Katz
- Lee Supercinski
Reviews
Gimly
Probably the strongest of the _Futurama_ films. Is a pretty neat self-contained story, but works best as a part of the whole, offering some solace to long-time fans.
_Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go._
Jul 15, 2019
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Futurama: Bender's Big Score 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 Dwayne Carey-Hill 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 2007, 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 Futurama: Bender's Big Score took approximately 16 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 89 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 127 minutes long.
- The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The musical score contains over 64 unique compositions.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
Historical Context
- In 2007, when this film is released:
- Social media platforms were beginning to transform communication.
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Futurama: Bender's Big Score shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike The Fifth Element, which focuses more on action than character development, Futurama: Bender's Big Score subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Escape from the Planet of the Apes and Next explore similar territory, Futurama: Bender's Big Score stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
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: November 27, 2007
- Runtime: 1h 29m
