Cast
View AllVictor Slezak
as John F. Kennedy
Caprice Benedetti
as Jacqueline Kennedy
Vince Grant
as Robert F. Kennedy
Joseph Murphy
as Raymond Mead
Rick Gianasi
as James Kennedy
David Haig
as Clint Hill
Debra Port
as Janice Kennedy
Bruce Campbell
as William Roberts
Barry Corbin
as Lyndon Johnson
Larry Drake
as J. Edgar Hoover
Ralph Waite
as The Traveler
Scott Wyckoff
as Agent
Tony Abruzzo
as Driver
Mike Evans
as Larry O'Brien
Beverly Hainault-Buzinski
as Marjorie Belew
Crew
Director
- Robert Dyke
Writer
- Robert Dyke
Producer
- Mary Petryshyn
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a science fiction narrative, Timequest 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 Robert Dyke 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 2003, 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 Timequest took approximately 15 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 138 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 7 months to complete.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 5 weeks before filming began.
- The film contains approximately 1893 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2003, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 9, 2003
- Runtime: 1h 35m