Aquaman (film)
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| Name | Aquaman |
| Director | James Wan |
| Producer | Peter Safran, Rob Cowan |
| Writer | David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick, Will Beall |
| Starring | Jason Momoa, Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, Dolph Lundgren |
| Music | Rupert Gregson-Williams |
| Cinematography | Don Burgess |
| Editing | Kirk Morri |
| Studio | Warner Bros. Pictures, DC Films, The Safran Company, Cruel and Unusual Films, Mad Ghost Productions |
| Released | December 21, 2018 |
| Runtime | 143 minutes |
| Country | United States, Australia |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $200 million |
| Gross | $1.148 billion |
Aquaman (film) is a 2018 American superhero film directed by James Wan and based on the DC Comics character of the same name. The film is the sixth installment in the DC Extended Universe and stars Jason Momoa as the titular character, alongside Amber Heard, Willem Dafoe, Patrick Wilson, and Dolph Lundgren. The movie follows the story of Arthur Curry, a half-human, half-Atlantean who must claim his rightful place as the king of the underwater kingdom of Atlantis. The film also features Nicole Kidman as Queen Atlanna, Temuera Morrison as Thomas Curry, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Black Manta.
Plot
The film begins with the story of Queen Atlanna, who falls in love with Thomas Curry, a lighthouse keeper, and gives birth to Arthur Curry. However, she must return to Atlantis to protect her son from her husband, King Orvax, and the Atlantean army. The story then jumps to the present day, where Arthur Curry is a hero who helps people in need, while also being pursued by Black Manta, a pirate who seeks revenge against Aquaman for the death of his father. Aquaman must then team up with Mera, the princess of Xebel, to stop King Orm, his half-brother, from declaring war on the surface world. Along the way, he must also confront his own destiny and claim his rightful place as the king of Atlantis, with the help of Vulko, his mentor, and Nuidis Vulko, the Atlantean advisor.
Production
The production of the film began in 2014, with James Wan being announced as the director and Jason Momoa being cast as the titular character. The film was shot in Australia and Canada, with a budget of $200 million. The visual effects were created by Industrial Light & Magic, Moving Picture Company, and Method Studios, with a team of over 1,000 artists and technicians working on the film. The production team also included Peter Safran and Rob Cowan as producers, and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and Will Beall as writers. The film's score was composed by Rupert Gregson-Williams, who also worked on the scores for Wonder Woman and Hacksaw Ridge.
Cast
The film features a talented cast, including Jason Momoa as Aquaman, Amber Heard as Mera, Willem Dafoe as Nuidis Vulko, Patrick Wilson as King Orm, and Dolph Lundgren as King Nereus. The film also features Nicole Kidman as Queen Atlanna, Temuera Morrison as Thomas Curry, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Black Manta. The cast underwent extensive training to prepare for their roles, including Jason Momoa who had to learn how to hold his breath for extended periods of time. The film's cast also includes Randall Park as Dr. Stephen Shin, a scientist who helps Aquaman on his quest, and Graham McTavish as Atlan, the first king of Atlantis.
Release
The film was released on December 21, 2018, in the United States and China, and on December 26, 2018, in Australia and the United Kingdom. The film was released in IMAX and 3D formats, and was also available in Dolby Cinema and ScreenX formats. The film's marketing campaign included a series of trailers and TV spots, as well as promotional partnerships with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment. The film's release was also accompanied by a series of merchandise, including toys, clothing, and video games, such as Lego DC Super-Villains and Injustice 2.
Reception
The film received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the film's visual effects, action sequences, and performances. The film holds a 65% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 422 reviews, with an average rating of 6.1/10. The film also received positive reviews from Rolling Stone, The New York Times, and Variety, with many praising the film's epic scope and Jason Momoa's performance. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $1.1 billion at the box office, making it one of the highest-grossing films of 2018, along with Avengers: Infinity War and Black Panther.
Music
The film's score was composed by Rupert Gregson-Williams, who also worked on the scores for Wonder Woman and Hacksaw Ridge. The score features a mix of orchestral and choral elements, and was performed by the Hollywood Studio Symphony. The film's soundtrack also includes songs by Pitbull, Skylar Grey, and Greta Van Fleet. The score was released on December 14, 2018, by WaterTower Music, and features 25 tracks, including Aquaman (theme), Mera (theme), and Black Manta (theme). The film's music was also influenced by the works of Hans Zimmer and Junkie XL, who composed the scores for Man of Steel and Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.