Dark City [1998 film]
by Alex Proyas (Director), Lem Dobbs (Writer)
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When John Murdoch awakens in a strange hotel room, he finds that he is wanted for a series of brutal murders. The problem is he can't remember a thing. Pursued by the police and haunted by the Strangers, mysterious beings who possess the ability to stop time and alter reality, he seeks to unravel the twisted riddle of his identity. But in a city where reality is the ultimate illusion, discovering the truth could be fatal.Tags
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A man wakes up with no memory, apparently a murderer; oh, and aliens control the world.
Comic-book adventure-serial science fiction, in noir style. Granted, it takes itself too seriously. And Kiefer Sutherland is really awful in it. And the ending (while satisfying) is a bit of an easy way out for the writers. But damn this movie is awesome.
Concept: A
Story: B
Characters: B
Dialog: B
Pacing: A
Cinematography: A
Special effects/design: A
Acting: C
Music: B
Enjoyment: A plus
GPA: 3.5/4
Comic-book adventure-serial science fiction, in noir style. Granted, it takes itself too seriously. And Kiefer Sutherland is really awful in it. And the ending (while satisfying) is a bit of an easy way out for the writers. But damn this movie is awesome.
Concept: A
Story: B
Characters: B
Dialog: B
Pacing: A
Cinematography: A
Special effects/design: A
Acting: C
Music: B
Enjoyment: A plus
GPA: 3.5/4
Memorable and atmospheric film foreshadows The Matrix in some ways and makes me wonder how much the Wachowskis stole from this film. This is a science fiction film noir that not only has a unique atmosphere, but has a great cast to go along with it. Talking about the plot would be pointless; this should just be experienced, like a Raymond Chandler novel.
Strange movie, quite dark. Sewell is very good. And you get to have a peek on his naked backside...
Excellent scifi. Very strong review by Roger Ebert.
Directors cut also has a optional commentary track by Roger Ebert.
Directors cut also has a optional commentary track by Roger Ebert.
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- DDC/MDS
- 791.4372 — Arts & recreation Recreation, sports, and performing arts Movies, TV, Video Motion pictures, radio, television, podcasting Motion pictures Films; screenplays Single films
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- PN1997.2 — Language and Literature Literature (General) Literature (General) Drama Motion pictures Plays, scenarios, etc.
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- Dutch, English, Russian
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