Cast
View AllC. Thomas Howell
as Michael Archer
Lance Henriksen
as Dr. John Coven
Nicole Sherwin
as Giulia Pedina
Alexis Zibolis
as Samantha West
Jason S. Gray
as Pejic
Elvis Naumovski
as Elvis
Antonio Jaramillo
as Bob Griffee
Timothy Casto
as DeKorte
Rocky Hart
as Cardinal Ricci
A.J. Castro
as Amal
Dru Brock
as Convent Guard
Reza Riazi
as Goon in Helicopter
Brian J. Garland
as Coven's Thug
Kurt Altschwager
as Coven's Thug
Steven Linnett
as Officer
Crew
Director
- Peter Mervis
Writer
- Peter Mervis
- Paul Bales
- Carlos De Los Rios
- David Michael Latt
Producer
- Sherri Strain
- David Michael Latt
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, The Da Vinci Treasure 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 Peter Mervis 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 2006, 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 The Da Vinci Treasure took approximately 18 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.9 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 91 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 149 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 1776 individual shots.
- The musical score contains over 46 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 6 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2006, 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
Details
- Release Date: May 23, 2006
- Runtime: 1h 31m
- Budget: $850,000
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