Content Warnings
- 🟡 40/100 Brief scene with a woman in revealing clothing.
- 🟡 50/100 Implied sexual situation with suggestive dialogue.
- 🟢 10/100 Character smokes a cigarette.
- 🔴 70/100 Intense fight scene with physical violence.
- 🔴 90/100 Graphic depiction of a character being stabbed.
- 🔴 85/100 Extended violent confrontation with multiple characters.
- 🟢 20/100 Use of the word 'hell'.
- 🟡 30/100 Use of the word 'damn'.
- 🟡 50/100 Use of the word 'bastard'.
Details for Dark City (1998)
What is the premise of Dark City (1998)?
Dark City is a neo-noir science fiction film that follows John Murdoch (Rufus Sewell), who wakes up in a strange hotel with no memory and is accused of murder. He soon discovers that the city he's in is controlled by a group of mysterious beings known as the Strangers, who manipulate reality and memories.
Who are the main actors in Dark City (1998)?
The movie stars Rufus Sewell as John Murdoch, Kiefer Sutherland as Dr. Daniel Schreber, Jennifer Connelly as Emma Murdoch/Anna, and William Hurt as Inspector Frank Bumstead.
What are the Strangers in Dark City?
The Strangers are a group of extraterrestrial beings with psychic abilities who control the city and its inhabitants. They conduct experiments on humans by altering their memories and the city's environment to understand the nature of the human soul.
Is Dark City (1998) a cult classic?
Yes, Dark City has gained a cult following over the years due to its unique blend of film noir, science fiction, and psychological thriller elements, as well as its thought-provoking themes about identity and reality.
Who directed Dark City (1998)?
Dark City was directed by Alex Proyas, who is also known for directing other notable films like The Crow (1994) and I, Robot (2004).
