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All You Zombies: Bringing 'Predestination' to Life
Documentary about the making of the Spierig Brothers' 2014 film PREDESTINATION that is based on Robert A. Heinlein's 1959 science-fiction short story '—All You Zombies—'. Through interviews with cast and crew, film clips and behind-the-scenes footage, this documentary thoroughly explores how the film came to be from casting to pre-production to principal photography to post-production. Interviewees include writers/directors Michael and Peter Spierig, producers Paddy McDonald and Tim McGahan, director of photography Ben Nott, special makeup effects designer Steve Boyle, production designer Matthew Putland, special makeup effects supervisor Samantha Lyttle, costume designer Wendy Cork, film editor Matt Villa, and actors Sarah Snook, Noah Taylor and Ethan Hawke.
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Plot Summary
A Temporal Agent embarks on his final assignment: to prevent a devastating attack planned by a mysterious criminal known as the "Unsub." The mission forces him to confront a paradox that challenges his very existence. As he navigates a complex web of time travel and identity, he must grapple with his past, present, and future to unravel the ultimate mystery.
Critical Reception
Predestination received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its intricate plot, surprising twists, and Sarah Snook's performance. While some found the narrative complex and potentially confusing, most acknowledged its intelligence and ambition in exploring themes of identity, fate, and causality.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its mind-bending plot and a standout performance from Sarah Snook.
Acknowledged for its intelligent exploration of complex themes like identity and destiny.
Some found the narrative convoluted, but appreciated its ambitious storytelling.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's unique and challenging narrative, with many highlighting Sarah Snook's exceptional acting. The complex temporal paradoxes and identity shifts were noted as particularly engaging, though some found the plot occasionally hard to follow.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the short story "—All You Zombies—" by Robert A. Heinlein, first published in 1959.
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