As a cinephile who has witnessed the evolution of cinema through the decades, I must confess that the upcoming film “2073” has piqued my interest like no other. Having traversed the cinematic timeline from black and white classics to modern-day masterpieces, I can safely say that this hybrid documentary-science fiction thriller promises a unique blend of genres that resonates with our current socio-political climate.
As a cinephile eagerly anticipating the big screen, I can hardly contain my excitement for the captivating 2073, a unique blend of documentary and science fiction thriller, set to premiere on December 27, 2024. Produced by Neon and directed by Asif Kapadia, this film masterfully combines speculative storytelling with nonfiction reporting, serving as a stark reminder of the urgent issues facing our world today: climate change, the erosion of global democracy, and the rise of authoritarian states, among other societal ills.
12 Monkeys, Terry Gilliam’s 1995 movie that featured Bruce Willis, Brad Pitt, and Madeleine Stowe, was also inspired by a short. The release date has been disclosed by Variety, so keep an eye out for it. Here’s the film’s official description:
2073 finds us in a chilling reality that many feared would come true. The skies are filled with surveillance drones, their constant hum a grim reminder above the wreckage of once-thriving cities. Law enforcement, now militarized, patrols the streets, while the few remaining survivors huddle beneath ground level, yearning for memories of freedom and optimism. In this gripping blend of futuristic science fiction and contemporary speculation, Kapadia guides us into a future that eerily mirrors our current struggles.
In a fresh rephrasing, let’s say “Morton portrays a character struggling with haunting recollections from the past, which paradoxically mirrors our current reality. These memories are presented through modern video clips, weaving together today’s pressing issues such as authoritarian rule, unregulated technology giants, widening social disparity, and global warming. ‘2073’ offers a compelling, chilling depiction of a potential future that might be our own.
2073 Has Been Met With Positive Reviews Following Its Festival Debut
2073 premiered at the Venice International Film Festival in the summer of 2024. Initial critiques are generally favorable, with Peter Bradshaw from The Guardian describing it as a passionate cry against the destructive authoritarian powers that threaten our democracy and environment. At the moment, it holds a 67% rating among critics on Rotten Tomatoes. As more critics and audiences view the film in December, we’ll see if its score rises or falls further.
In the production of the film titled “2073“, Kapadia, who collaborated with Tony Grisoni on the script, served as a producer together with George Chignell for Lafcadia Productions. Tom Quinn and Dan O’Meara from Neon, Emily Thomas, Dana O’Keefe, Emily Selinger, Ollie Madden, Farhana Bhula, and Nicole Stott for Concordia Studio, Chris King, Eric Sloss, and John Sloss also took on the role of executive producers. Additionally, Double Agent, Neon, and Film4 contributed to the production as executive producers and co-financiers of “2073“. The director has previously produced and directed “Amy“, a 2015 documentary about Amy Winehouse that won the best feature documentary Oscar at the 2016 Academy Awards. Grisoni has frequently collaborated with Terry Gilliam, writing scripts for films such as “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas“, “Tideland“, and “The Man Who Killed Don Quixote“.
2021 has been an exceptional year for me in terms of film production and distribution, with a diverse array of projects under my wing. This year, I’ve been proud to guide the documentary “Seeking Mavis Beacon,” as well as several fictional features like “Babes,” “Cuckoo,” “Immaculate,” “The End,” “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” the chilling horror film “Longlegs,” and the early Oscar contender “Anora.” These are just a few highlights from my list of titles this year.
2073
is now due to be released in theaters on December 27, 2024.
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2024-11-12 16:32