Penned by Jerome Bixby, during an impromptu going away party for Professor Oldman he reveals to his closest friends that he is actually a centuries-old caveman. His closest friends also being fellow professors what ensues is a philosophical exploration of the possibility that his story is true and how what they all think they know could be not only much simpler than expected, but also wrong.
David Lee Smith (John Oldman), Tony Todd (Dan), John Billingsley (Harry), Ellen Crawford (Edith), Annika Peterson (Sandy), William Katt (Art), Alexis Thorpe (Linda), Richard Riehle (Gruber).
The plot concept for this film was absolutely incredible if you can get past the idea of a man who never dies naturally. The philosophical exploration and explanations provided by Oldman are amazing and to call them thought provoking would be a serious understatement. Quite literally he is able to explain significant spiritual events throughout history as being much less complex than is believed while his explanations are also quite solid and logical. As a warning however, any easily offended Christians may want to avoid this one as it will definitely offend your sensibilities.
Almost as impressive as the story in the film is that it takes place in primarily one room of a small cabin or house. The viewer doesn’t even get to see the entire house and except for a few scenes in the front yard there is absolutely no other set involved. This is an entirely intellectual journey with no special effects or fancy sets at all.
Although acting was pretty well done by everyone involved the film was so dark at points it was hard to even see the actors clearly, though it really doesn’t matter. Once the setting is made it really becomes secondary to the story. Camera work was poorly done in parts and this was obviously a lower budget film. Dialogue however was very good.
If you want a stimulating intellectual journey without all the Hollywood fluff seen in every single movie produced these days, this is the one. If you have an open mind and enjoy alternative historical and theological theories, you found the right movie. If you are a devout Christian who refuses to entertain possibilities, move along.
A grand total of one swear word in this film and absolutely nothing else to limit the audience in any way, though younger viewers may find it a bit boring. Put this one at the top of your Must See list.
Released: 2007
Reviewed: 12.5.18
Star rating: 5 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
David Lee Smith (John Oldman), Tony Todd (Dan), John Billingsley (Harry), Ellen Crawford (Edith), Annika Peterson (Sandy), William Katt (Art), Alexis Thorpe (Linda), Richard Riehle (Gruber).
The plot concept for this film was absolutely incredible if you can get past the idea of a man who never dies naturally. The philosophical exploration and explanations provided by Oldman are amazing and to call them thought provoking would be a serious understatement. Quite literally he is able to explain significant spiritual events throughout history as being much less complex than is believed while his explanations are also quite solid and logical. As a warning however, any easily offended Christians may want to avoid this one as it will definitely offend your sensibilities.
Almost as impressive as the story in the film is that it takes place in primarily one room of a small cabin or house. The viewer doesn’t even get to see the entire house and except for a few scenes in the front yard there is absolutely no other set involved. This is an entirely intellectual journey with no special effects or fancy sets at all.
Although acting was pretty well done by everyone involved the film was so dark at points it was hard to even see the actors clearly, though it really doesn’t matter. Once the setting is made it really becomes secondary to the story. Camera work was poorly done in parts and this was obviously a lower budget film. Dialogue however was very good.
If you want a stimulating intellectual journey without all the Hollywood fluff seen in every single movie produced these days, this is the one. If you have an open mind and enjoy alternative historical and theological theories, you found the right movie. If you are a devout Christian who refuses to entertain possibilities, move along.
A grand total of one swear word in this film and absolutely nothing else to limit the audience in any way, though younger viewers may find it a bit boring. Put this one at the top of your Must See list.
Released: 2007
Reviewed: 12.5.18
Star rating: 5 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
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