Directed by Alex Proyas, responsible for such visually striking works as The Crow and Dark City, Predictions (original title: Knowing) blends science fiction and thriller in an apocalyptic plot. Starring Nicolas Cage, Rose Byrne and the young Chandler Canterbury, the film explores the limits of logic in the face of the unknown. The story begins with a time capsule containing messages left by children fifty years before, one of which reveals strange catastrophic predictions. Between mystery, imminent danger and a family quest, Predictions is an adventure as emotional as it is spectacular.
Predictions will be broadcast on Prime Video from December 1, 2024.
Synopsis: To celebrate a school anniversary, a time capsule containing messages written by children fifty years earlier is unearthed. One of the messages, retrieved by young Caleb, is an incomprehensible sequence of numbers. His father, a statistician, is horrified to discover that the numbers correspond to the dates of recent disasters. Worse still, some of them predict future cataclysms. A race against time begins to prevent these tragedies.
Predictions will appeal to fans of psychological thrillers, science fiction and cataclysmic tales. If you've enjoyed films like Signs or War of the Worlds, this feature will captivate you with its suspense and universal themes such as protecting family in the face of the inevitable.
The film, however, moves away from the clichés of apocalyptic works by emphasizing a personal and emotional plot, driven by the father-son relationship. For viewers looking for stories rooted in palpable tension and mysteries to be solved, Predictions stands out for its visual approach and philosophical questions about fate and free will.
Nicolas Cage, in the lead role, delivers an intense, emotional performance. His character is confronted with moral dilemmas and chilling revelations. Rose Byrne, who plays a character linked to the mysterious predictions, adds dramatic depth to the story.
The film also marked a technological milestone: it was the first to use the Red One camera, bringing revolutionary digital clarity for its time. Shot mainly in Melbourne, Australia, Predictions skilfully blends real locations and spectacular special effects to immerse viewers in an oppressive, realistic atmosphere.
Predictions is a gripping thriller combining science fiction, family drama and apocalyptic thriller. With visually striking direction by Alex Proyas, a Nicolas Cage at the top of his game, and a mysterious plot, this film offers a poignant reflection on destiny and resilience in the face of the unknown.
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