Format:Color, Dvd-video, Ntsc, Widescreen Language:English (Original Language) Rating:NR (Not Rated) Region:1 Aspect Ratio:1.78:1 Number Of Discs:1 Running Time:90 Minutes Shipping Weight (lbs):1 Dimensions (in):7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN:DV15466 UPC:013131546699 EAN:0013131546699
Theatrical Release Date:2007 Release Date:November 13, 2007 Availability:Usually ships in 1-2 business days Shipping:Expedited shipping available Shipping:International shipping available Condition:Factory Sealed
Amazon.com Based on renowned sci-fi author Jerome Bixby's final 1998 manuscript, Man From Earth is the long-awaited film adaptation in which Professor John Oldman (David Lee Smith) attempts to convince his fellow faculty members that he is 14,000 years old. Shot almost entirely inside Oldman's cabin as he's about to leave his friends and career, the film's dialogue consists of philosophical chatting about the possibility and ramifications of his alleged birth during the Upper Paleolithic era. As his faculty peers are all anthropology, biology, religion, and philosophy scholars, the conversation levels remain high throughout. Oldman's friend Harry (John Billingsley) is well versed in multiple religions as well as in science, while Gruber (Richard Riehle) is invited to the house mid-story to evaluate Oldman's psychological state. Edith (Ellen Crawford) is the Christian voice, considering the religious repercussions of Oldman's assertion. All the while, Oldman's love interest, Sandy (Annika Peterson), remains quietly contemplative and most capable of believing that he doesn't visually age and has seen epochs and historical eras come and go. Humorous scenes, such as when his friends discover a Van Gogh painting wedged into the back of his pick-up truck, keep the story flowing, though eventually heavy-handed conceptualism does make the film sluggish. Similar to some great episodes of The Twilight Zone, Man From Earth does pose enough grand questions about life and death that urge viewers to wonder if such a man could plausibly exist, and if so, what his fate would be. Perhaps the most intriguing aspect of this story is its fusion of spirituality and science by providing viewers a scenario in which proof is impossible, in a world where high value is placed on concrete evidence. -Trinie Dalton
Product Description On a cold night in a remote cabin Professor John Oldman (David Lee Smith of CSI: MIAMI) gathers his most trusted colleagues for an extraordinary announcement: He is an immortal who has migrated through 140 centuries of evolution and must now move on. Is Oldman truly Cro-Magnon or simply insane? Now one man will force these scientists and scholars to confront their own notions of history religion and humanity all leading to a final revelation that may shatter their world forever.John Billingsley (STAR TREK: ENTERPRISE) William Katt (THE GREATEST AMERICAN HERO) Ellen Crawford (ER) and Tony Todd (CANDYMAN) co-star in this provocative final work by Jerome Bixby renowned as one of the greatest science-fiction authors of all time.Starring: John Billingsley William Katt Ellen Crawford David Lee Smith Tony ToddSystem Requirements:Length: 87 mins Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: SCI-FI/FANTASY/FANTASY UPC: 013131546699 Manufacturer No: DV15466
FlawlessNovember 15, 2008 Harvey A. Lewis(Greenwood, AR United States) There is no CGI, no men in monster suits, just conversation - but nobody says anything stupid the whole movie. That is so rare as to be almost unique. This kind of film is what I hope for as I rent obscure DVDs that never got any publicity. If you are a thoughtful adult, do not miss this one.
Well told storyOctober 24, 2008 M. Dean Fagan(Houston, TX USA) This was a well told story. There were no special effects and none were needed. If you enjoy watching a movie that makes you think then this is one to watch. If you like action and adventure then get something else.
Slow Pace But Worth WatchingOctober 16, 2008 Michael Wideski(Canada) Not everybody's cup of tea but worthwhile for real Sci-Fi buffs. Watch it alone.
Excellent, slow paced movie like the good old daysOctober 15, 2008 J. Giardina(USA) This literally takes place, like, around the fireplace of a cabin. No flashbacks, no special effects. 87 minutes of people talking. That's it. But if you're in the mood for a simple movie about a bunch of friends debating about whether one of the group can be 14,000 years old....well, this is your flick. I thought it was really great, but I'm a fan of slow paced movies. Not boring, just patient.
Captivating sci-fi at its bestOctober 13, 2008 Martin Omander(Mountain View, CA United States) In my book, good science-fiction happens when a writer changes one little fact we all take for granted, but keeps the rest of the world more or less constant. As you have no doubt read from the other reviews, the thing being changed in this movie is that one man born in the stone age doesn't age. Or is it all a hoax? After all, he can't prove it.
This little change takes us on a wild ride (well as wild as half a dozen characters sitting in a room talking can be) through history, academia, philosophy, and religion. If you want action, this is not your movie, as it basically is a theater play. Also, if you take anything anyone says about Christianity as a personal insult, you may want to steer clear.
But if you enjoy discussing what ifs with friends late at night over a glass of Johnny Walker Green Label you will love this movie. I did.
