Cast
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Kellan Lutz
as Sy Lombrok
Daniel MacPherson
as Kane Sommerville
Isabel Lucas
as Gyp
Luke Ford
as Bill
Rachel Griffiths
as General Lynex
Temuera Morrison
as Warden Mourdain
Bren Foster
as Charles Kreat
Luke Hemsworth
as Travek
Zoe Carides
as Rominja
Zoe Ventoura
as Sgt. Cognit
Louise Dodge
as Rescue Officer Fitzgerald
Dwaine Stevenson
as The Ragged
Teagan Croft
as Indi Sommerville
Grace Huang
as Jandi
Firass Dirani
as Carmel
Crew
Director
- Shane Abbess
Writer
- Brian Cachia
- Shane Abbess
Producer
- Brett Thornquest
- Matthew Graham
- Sidonie Abbene
- Shane Abbess
Reviews
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I watched this without any pretense. My main desire was to watch a sfi-fi movie that didn't require too much investment while I wrapped up a little work and this was actually a good choice.
I thought some of the acting was good. The lead guy in particular I thought did a great job. The story itself is pretty straight-forward and that was a nice change of pace. I feel like sometimes movies hide behind a complicated plot, time travel, and some gotcha camera work and it distracts from the film. This was not like that. Straight to the point and ready to go. No lulls. Just a movie.
After I got it going, I took a peek to try and find the budget and there wasn't any information out there. Pretty good photography and CGI for a modern B-movie. (I hope that's not insulting to the team that made it!)
I wouldn't watch it again but I enjoyed it.
Jun 8, 2019
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Science Fiction Volume One: The Osiris Child 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 Shane Abbess 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 2016, 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 Science Fiction Volume One: The Osiris Child took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 95 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 147 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 192 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The film contains approximately 1919 individual shots.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2016, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
While Science Fiction Volume One: The Osiris Child shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike War of the Worlds, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, Science Fiction Volume One: The Osiris Child subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Mars Attacks! and Armageddon explore similar territory, Science Fiction Volume One: The Osiris Child stands apart through its distinctive directorial vision and pacing.
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: February 17, 2016
- Runtime: 1h 35m
