A world where the night never ends.
似乎永无止境的黑夜，笼罩着破败冰冷的现代化大都市，空气中弥漫着不祥的气息。约翰·默多（卢夫斯·塞维尔 Rufus Sewell 饰）在某旅馆的浴缸中醒来，对于之前发生的一切毫无印象，甚至忘记了自己的身份和姓名。神秘的电话、冰冷的尸体以及不明身份的追杀者，这一切都令他无所适从。他凭借仅有的线索开始追查自己的身份以及这一切混乱的肇因。关于这个黑暗世界离奇的一面，也在他的调查中慢慢揭开面纱…… 本片荣获1998年美国科幻恐怖电影学院最佳科幻电影奖、1998年阿姆斯特丹奇幻电影节银屏奖、1999年布鲁塞尔国际奇幻电影节佩格萨斯观众奖、1999年澳大利亚影评人协会最佳原创剧本奖。
"Dark City" (1998), a neo-noir science fiction film, is a mesmerizing blend of mystery, identity, and existential dread, brought to life by the visionary direction of Alex Proyas. Produced by New Line Cinema and Mystery Clock Cinema, the film unfolds in a perpetually dark, labyrinthine metropolis where the boundaries between reality and illusion blur. The story follows John Murdoch, played by Rufus Sewell, who awakens in a bathtub with no memory of his past, only to discover he is wanted for a series of brutal murders. As he navigates the shadowy streets, Murdoch uncovers a sinister conspiracy orchestrated by a group of otherworldly beings known as the Strangers, who possess the power to alter reality and manipulate human memories. The film's aesthetic is a striking homage to the film noir genre, with its chiaroscuro lighting and expressionistic set designs creating an atmosphere of perpetual night and disorientation. The city itself is a character, a sprawling, ever-changing maze that reflects the fluidity of identity and memory. The Strangers, with their pale skin and haunting presence, add a layer of eerie surrealism, their motives and origins shrouded in mystery. Kiefer Sutherland's portrayal of Dr. Schreber, a reluctant ally to Murdoch, adds depth to the narrative, providing crucial insights into the Strangers' experiments and the nature of their control over the city's inhabitants. "Dark City" delves deep into philosophical questions about what it means to be human. The Strangers' ability to reshape reality and memories forces the characters, and the audience, to confront the essence of identity. Is it defined by our memories, or is there something more intrinsic that remains untouched by external manipulation? Murdoch's journey is not just a quest to clear his name but a search for his true self amidst a sea of imposed identities. The film's climax, where Murdoch harnesses the power of the Strangers to reshape the city into a place of light and hope, symbolizes a triumph of individual will over oppressive control. Released in a time when science fiction was often dominated by action and spectacle, "Dark City" stands out for its thoughtful exploration of its themes and its commitment to a visually and narratively cohesive world. The film's influence can be seen in later works that blend noir and science fiction, such as "Inception" and "The Matrix." Despite its initial box office performance, "Dark City" has garnered a cult following and critical acclaim for its bold storytelling and stunning visual style, cementing its place as a seminal work in the genre.
年份1998
预算27000000$
收入27200000$
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类型悬疑科幻
制作国家AustraliaUnited States of America
