The Revenant (2015 film)

The Revenant (2015 film)
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Name	The Revenant
Director	Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Producer	Arnon Milchan, Steve Golin, David Kanter, Keith Redmon, James W. Skotchdopole
Writer	Mark L. Smith, Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Starring	Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, Will Poulter
Music	Ryuichi Sakamoto, Alva Noto, Bryce Dessner
Cinematography	Emmanuel Lubezki
Editing	Stephen Mirrione
Studio	Regency Enterprises, RatPac-Dune Entertainment, Anonymous Content, M Productions, Appian Way Productions
Distributed	20th Century Fox
Released	December 25, 2015
Runtime	156 minutes
Country	United States
Language	English
Budget	$135 million
Gross	$533 million

The Revenant (2015 film) is a historical epic drama film directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu and written by Mark L. Smith and Alejandro G. Iñárritu, based on the 2002 novel of the same name by Michael Punke. The film is set in the early 19th century and follows the story of Hugh Glass, a fur trapper and explorer who works for the Rocky Mountain Fur Company, led by Andrew Henry. The film features a star-studded cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, and Will Poulter, and was produced by Arnon Milchan, Steve Golin, and David Kanter, among others, in association with Regency Enterprises, RatPac-Dune Entertainment, and Anonymous Content. The film's score was composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto, Alva Noto, and Bryce Dessner, and was distributed by 20th Century Fox.

Plot

The film tells the story of Hugh Glass, a fur trapper and explorer who is mauled by a grizzly bear while on an expedition in the American wilderness. The story is set in the early 19th century, during the Lewis and Clark Expedition, and follows Glass's journey as he seeks revenge against those who betrayed him, including John Fitzgerald, a fur trapper played by Tom Hardy. The film also explores the themes of survival, revenge, and redemption, and features stunning cinematography by Emmanuel Lubezki, who worked on films such as Gravity and Birdman. The film's plot is also influenced by the works of Herman Melville, Jack London, and Cormac McCarthy, and features references to the French and Indian War and the War of 1812.

Production

The film was produced by Arnon Milchan, Steve Golin, and David Kanter, among others, in association with Regency Enterprises, RatPac-Dune Entertainment, and Anonymous Content. The film's production was marked by controversy, with reports of a difficult shoot and tensions between the cast and crew, including Alejandro G. Iñárritu and Leonardo DiCaprio. The film was shot on location in Canada, Mexico, and Argentina, and features stunning cinematography by Emmanuel Lubezki, who worked on films such as The Tree of Life and Children of Men. The film's score was composed by Ryuichi Sakamoto, Alva Noto, and Bryce Dessner, and features a mix of classical music and electronic music.

Cast

The film features a star-studded cast, including Leonardo DiCaprio as Hugh Glass, Tom Hardy as John Fitzgerald, Domhnall Gleeson as Andrew Henry, and Will Poulter as Bridger. The cast also includes Forrest Goodluck as Hawk, Paul Anderson as Anderson, and Brendan Fletcher as Fryman. The film's cast is rounded out by Kristen Dunst as Mrs. Arquette and Joshua Burge as Stubb. The film's cast has been praised for their performances, with Leonardo DiCaprio receiving particular acclaim for his portrayal of Hugh Glass, which was influenced by the works of Daniel Day-Lewis and Marlon Brando.

Release

The film was released on December 25, 2015, by 20th Century Fox, and was distributed in the United States and Canada. The film was also released in Mexico, Argentina, and Chile, and was screened at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival and the Toronto International Film Festival. The film's release was marked by controversy, with some critics accusing the film of being too violent and graphic, while others praised its stunning cinematography and performances, which were influenced by the works of Stanley Kubrick and Terrence Malick.

Reception

The film received widespread critical acclaim, with many praising its stunning cinematography, performances, and direction, which were influenced by the works of Akira Kurosawa and Francis Ford Coppola. The film holds a Rotten Tomatoes score of 81%, with many critics praising Leonardo DiCaprio's performance as Hugh Glass, which was influenced by the works of Robert De Niro and Al Pacino. The film was also praised for its historical accuracy, with many historians noting that the film's portrayal of the American wilderness and the fur trade was accurate and well-researched, and was influenced by the works of Howard Zinn and Eric Foner.

Accolades

The film received numerous awards and nominations, including 12 Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Leonardo DiCaprio. The film won three Academy Awards, including Best Director and Best Cinematography for Emmanuel Lubezki, and Best Actor for Leonardo DiCaprio, who also won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor and the BAFTA Award for Best Actor. The film also won the Golden Lion at the 72nd Venice International Film Festival and the National Board of Review Award for Best Film, and was nominated for the Palme d'Or at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, and was influenced by the works of Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino.

Category:2015 films