Sahara (2005 film)

Sahara (2005 film)
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Name	Sahara
Director	Breck Eisner
Producer	Howard Baldwin, Karen Baldwin, Mace Neufeld, Susan Ekins
Writer	Thomas Dean Donnelly, Joshua Oppenheimer, John C. Richards, James V. Hart
Starring	Matthew McConaughey, Steve Zahn, Penélope Cruz, Lambert Wilson, William H. Macy
Music	Clint Mansell
Cinematography	Seamus McGarvey
Editing	Andrew MacRitchie, Paul Rubell
Studio	Bristol Bay Productions, Baldwin Entertainment Group, Kanzaman Productions
Distributor	Paramount Pictures
Released	April 8, 2005
Runtime	124 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$130 million
Gross	$68.6 million

Sahara (2005 film) is an action-adventure film directed by Breck Eisner and based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Clive Cussler. The film features an ensemble cast, including Matthew McConaughey, Steve Zahn, Penélope Cruz, Lambert Wilson, and William H. Macy, and was produced by Howard Baldwin, Karen Baldwin, Mace Neufeld, and Susan Ekins. The movie was released by Paramount Pictures and was filmed on location in Marrakech, Morocco, and Mexico City, Mexico. The film's score was composed by Clint Mansell, who has also worked on films such as Requiem for a Dream and Moon.

Plot

The film follows Dirk Pitt, a treasure hunter and adventurer played by Matthew McConaughey, as he searches for a lost Civil War-era ironclad warship called the CSS Texas in the Sahara Desert. Pitt is aided in his quest by his friend and colleague, Al Giordino, played by Steve Zahn, and Dr. Eva Rojas, a World Health Organization epidemiologist played by Penélope Cruz. As they navigate the dangers of the desert, they become embroiled in a plot by a wealthy and ruthless businessman named Yves Massarde, played by Lambert Wilson, who is secretly mining toxic waste in the desert. The team must use their skills and resources to stop Massarde and uncover the truth about the CSS Texas. Along the way, they encounter a range of characters, including Rudi Gunn, played by Rainn Wilson, and Carl, played by Delroy Lindo.

Production

The film was produced by Bristol Bay Productions, Baldwin Entertainment Group, and Kanzaman Productions, and was distributed by Paramount Pictures. The movie was filmed on location in Marrakech, Morocco, and Mexico City, Mexico, with additional scenes shot in Shepperton Studios in Surrey, England. The film's cinematography was handled by Seamus McGarvey, who has also worked on films such as Atonement and The Avengers. The film's editing was handled by Andrew MacRitchie and Paul Rubell, who have both worked on a range of films, including The Matrix and Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl. The film's score was composed by Clint Mansell, who has also worked on films such as Requiem for a Dream and Moon.

Cast

The film features an ensemble cast, including Matthew McConaughey as Dirk Pitt, Steve Zahn as Al Giordino, Penélope Cruz as Dr. Eva Rojas, Lambert Wilson as Yves Massarde, and William H. Macy as James Sandecker. The cast also includes Rainn Wilson as Rudi Gunn, Delroy Lindo as Carl, and Lennie James as Kemal. The film's cast brings together a range of talented actors from around the world, including United States, Spain, France, and United Kingdom. The cast's performances were praised by critics, with many noting the strong chemistry between the lead actors.

Release

The film was released by Paramount Pictures on April 8, 2005, and was screened at a range of film festivals, including the Tribeca Film Festival and the Cannes Film Festival. The film was released on DVD and Blu-ray by Paramount Home Entertainment and has since become a cult classic. The film's release was accompanied by a range of promotional materials, including trailers, posters, and interviews with the cast and crew. The film's marketing campaign was handled by Paramount Pictures and Bristol Bay Productions, and included partnerships with a range of brands, including Ford Motor Company and Microsoft.

Reception

The film received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the film's action sequences and performances, while others criticized the film's plot and pacing. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 38% based on 162 reviews, with an average rating of 4.8/10. The film's score on Metacritic is 41 out of 100, based on 34 reviews. Despite the mixed reviews, the film has developed a loyal fan base and is widely regarded as a fun and entertaining action-adventure film. The film's performances, particularly those of Matthew McConaughey and Penélope Cruz, were praised by critics, with many noting the strong chemistry between the lead actors. The film's score, composed by Clint Mansell, was also praised by critics, with many noting the film's soundtrack as one of its highlights. Category:2005 films