Cast
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John Cusack
as Emerson
Malin Åkerman
as Katherine
Hannah Murray
as Rachel Davis
Liam Cunningham
as Grey
Lucy Griffiths
as Meredith
Bryan Dick
as David
Richard Brake
as Max
Finbar Lynch
as Michaels
Joey Ansah
as Derne
Victor Gardener
as Fischer
Joe Montana
as Jeremy Fletcher
Brian Nickels
as Bouncer
Randy Merchant
as Bouncer
Max Bennett
as Intern at Hospital
Crew
Director
- Kasper Barfoed
Producer
- Bryan Furst
- Sean Furst
- Nigel Thomas
Reviews
Andres Gomez
A movie to forget with predictable plot and quite under the average performances from Cusack and Akerman.
Feb 3, 2014
Reno
**When one's professional ethics were tested.**
The idea for a film seems good, but it did not work out for this film. The screenplay lacks some good scenes. The suspense was weaker and so the action sequences. Though the film had good actors in the lead and visually looked fine, like the locations. Most of the story was set in a single location, except the opening sequence. Almost a minimal cast film. So it had all the qualities to succeed if the plot was developed smartly.
The story of a CIA's field agent who has been assigned to one of their remote stations in England after he had failed to obey the order from his fellow senior officer. A code operator Katherine, whom he has to protect find himself in a tight position when their building was breached. Once again, his professional ethics are tested, but how he deals the situation is what covered in the remaining parts.
Its most certain that John Cusack days are over in the entertainment industry, just like Nicolas Cage and John Travolta. But it's good to see them at least in small flicks like this. So I did not expect much from it, hence not got disappointed. But I thought it should have been better in a few areas, because I've seen lots of good B movies these days. One time watchable film, but looks like it is a simplified version of 'Wanted'.
_5/10_
Dec 14, 2016
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Thriller film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, The Numbers Station distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director Kasper Barfoed 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 2013, 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 Numbers Station took approximately 8 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $10.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 90 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 112 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 368 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 10 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 2013, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: April 18, 2013
- Runtime: 1h 30m
- Budget: $10,000,000
- Revenue: $3,107,646
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