Coming Soon. The Army tracks them in their taxi. "Whether it was because of this movie thematically or it was an accident of time, there were certain things production-wise we've been doing and been asked to do and so on," said Erwin Stoff. Fox, By Jade Budowski Mar 24 . 1951 US science fiction film by Robert Wise. Stoff was at an office at the studio when he saw a poster for the 1951 film The Day the Earth Stood Still, which made him ponder a remake with Reeves as Klaatu. [45], Since the release of the film, the phrase "Klaatu barada nikto" has appeared repeatedly in fiction and in popular culture. [31] The film was also on the ballot for AFI's other lists including 100 Years 100 Movies,[32] the tenth anniversary list,[33] 100 Years 100 Heroes and Villains for Klaatu in the heroes category,[34] 100 Years 100 Movie Quotes for the famous line "Gort! The. In the original screenplay . [18], Weta Digital created the majority of the effects, with additional work by Cinesite and Flash Film Works. ", "The Looming Deluge of Eco-Disaster Flicks", "Director Scott Derrickson tells why he agreed to reinvent, "Set Visit: The Day the Earth Stood Still", "Exclusive Interview: 1-1 With Day The Earth Stood Still Director Scott Derrickson", "Sun shines on Day Earth Stood Still set", "No Gort!! The Day the Earth Stood Still (2008) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. [21] There was debate over whether to have Klaatu land in Washington, D.C., as in the original; but Derrickson chose New York City because he liked the geometry of Klaatu's sphere landing in Central Park. Epic action and mind-blowing effects rock the planet in this thrilling reinvention of the sci-fi classic, THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL. and the [29] It placed number 67 on a similar list 100 Years 100 Cheers, a list of America's most inspiring films. The Day the Earth Stood Still was able to stay in the top 10 for its first four weeks in theaters. Scott Derrickson, Producer: The film co-stars Jennifer Connelly, Jaden Smith, John Cleese, Jon Hamm, and Kathy Bates. [20] He also explained that The Day the Earth Stood Still is not a widely seen classic film, unlike The Wizard of Oz (1939), which he would not bother remaking. But they can't seem to do anything about it. The Day the Earth Stood Still. ", "DVD: 'The Day the Earth Stood Still' Shooting Script. Cinemark Philosophy professor Aeon J. Skoble speculates the famous phrase is a "safe-word" which is part of a fail-safe feature used during diplomatic missions such as the one Klaatu and Gort make to Earth. Patricia Neal is an everymother of the 1950s, but shows the intelligent budding character of subsequent generations of women. The film was nominated in the category of "Best Single Visual Effect of the Year" at the 7th Visual Effects Society Awards but lost to The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. The Day the Earth Stood Still was acknowledged as the fifth best film in the science fiction genre. the Terms and Policies, and to receive email from Rotten Tomatoes. After surgery, he uses a salve to quickly heal his wound. I am fearful when I see people substituting fear for reason Reporter: [Cutting him off abruptly] Thank you, thank you, sir. The Day the Earth Stood Still. Mike Judge's Beavis and Butt-Head: Season 2, Link to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel: Season 5, Link to Marvel Movies Ranked Worst to Best by Tomatometer, Link to RT25: Celebrating 25 Years of Rotten Tomatoes, Link to Betty Gilpin & Co. on Deciphering. Regal The Army is unable to enter the saucer (its entrance is closed, and the ship is made of an impervious metal); Gort stands outside, silent and unmoving. A tall robot emerges from the saucer and quickly disintegrates the Army's weapons. We should make preparations for our departure. He states that if his message is ignored, Earth could be "eliminated". It's also a story about loss. ", The Day the Earth Stood Still (soundtrack), List of films featuring extraterrestrials, List of science fiction films of the 1950s, "'The Day the Earth Stood Still': Award Wins and Nominations. I love Jennifer Connelly but after this and The Dilemma im losing hope in her. Barnhardt agrees to gather scientists from around the world at the saucer; he also suggests that Klaatu peacefully demonstrate the power he represents beforehand. Director Robert Wise indicated in the DVD commentary that the United States Department of Defense refused participation in the film based on a reading of the script. [17] The film was mostly shot on sets because it was winter in Vancouver. [18] Todd Masters (Slither) directed the creation of the alien form, using thermal plastic and silicone. Kaltenborn, Drew Pearson, and Gabriel Heatter, had cameo roles. Keanu Reeves portray. 20th Century Fox. and the The Day the Earth Stood Still, American science-fiction film, released in 1951, that is considered a classic of the genre and that reflects the fears and anxiety of the Cold War era and nascent atomic age. We wont be able to verify your ticket today, but its great to know for the future. The sphere deactivates the swarm, saving humanity, but at the expense of electrical activity on Earth, per Klaatu's warning that there will be "a price to the [human] way of life. An interplanetary traveler visits Earth to dissuade humans' violence and paranoia. Stood. Verified reviews are considered more trustworthy by fellow moviegoers. ", "Cult Movies Showcase 'The Day the Earth Stood Still'. We still don't know what it is or where it comes from, Taxi driver listening to Elmer Davis on radio, Radio newscaster: "We interrupt this program to give you a bulletin just received, "This is H. V. Kaltenborn speaking. Just confirm how you got your ticket. The machines of Klaatu's people have a biological basis rather than a mechanical one, as Derrickson theorized that their mastery of ecology would demonstrate their level of sophistication. The filmmakers conceived the transitional form because they pondered the idea of humans mistaking space suits for alien skin. An alien lands in Washington, D.C. and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets. Still[ 1951], Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). By opting to have your ticket verified for this movie, you are allowing us to check the email address associated with your Rotten Tomatoes account against an email address associated with a Fandango ticket purchase for the same movie. Yes, it's moralistic, and its main character gets a little preachy at the end, but most good science fiction uses an extraordinary event to comment upon the ordinary, and The Day the Earth Stood Still's comment resonates today. Klaatu concludes, "Your choice is simple: join us and live in peace, or pursue your present course and face obliteration. Bobby runs home and tells Helen. Klaatu arranges to have the electromagnetic fields neutralized from 12.00 pm to 12:30 pm EST, yet it is clearly broad daylight in every country in which people are struggling with inoperative devices. Cinemark ", "Making the Earth Stand Still LaserDisc (Fox Video; 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment): Julian Blaustein, Robert Wise, Patricia Neal, Billy Gray. The original black & white titles for the 1951 sci-fi / anti-war classic "The Day the Earth Stood Still" re-created in HD colour. [40] Bruce Paterson of the Australian Film Critics Association gave the film 3 out of 5stars, writing that the generally poor reception for the film was "a sad fate for a surprisingly sincere tribute to Robert Wise's 1951 classic. They won't be able to see your review if you only submit your rating. They visit the scientist's home, but he is out; Klaatu is able to enter and sees that Barnhardt's blackboard is covered with equations (attempting to solve the Three Body Problem). In 2001, it was ranked number 82 on 100 Years 100 Thrills, a list of America's most heart-pounding films. Paul Harris Boardman, Patricia Neal, who played Helen Benson, was only 12 years older than Billy Gray, who played her son. 35mm, Flat (1.37:1), Klaatu, Summaries. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. An alien lands in Washington, D.C. and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets.An alien lands in Washington, D.C. and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets.An alien lands in Washington, D.C. and tells the people of Earth that they must live peacefully or be destroyed as a danger to other planets. Corrections? When a UFO lands in Washington, D.C., bearing a message for Earth's leaders, all of humanity stands still. Bernard Herrmann's score also received a nomination at the Golden Globes. Hoping to persuade Klaatu to change his mind about humanity, Helen takes him to the home of Professor Barnhardt, a Nobel Prize winner. This is hostile territory. Just below that it reads "Ticket Confirmation#:" followed by a 10-digit number. In Asia and the Middle East, it should've been nightfall during this time frame. Copyright Fandango. The. Watchlist. Klaatu tells the presidents secretary that he wants to meet the leaders of Earth but soon is told that an agreement on a meeting site has proved impossible to obtain. If you want great visual effects and explosions, thats all this movie is. [50] In the article, the literal translation for Klaatu barada nikto was "Stop Barbarism (I have) death, bind" and the free translation was "I die, repair me, do not retaliate. ", "THE SCREEN IN REVIEW; Emissary From Planet Visits Mayfair Theatre in 'Day the Earth Stood Still', "AFI's 100 Years 100 Movie Quotes: Official Ballot. Klaatu is shot shortly after landing and is taken to an army . In 1994, 20th Century Fox and Erwin Stoff had produced the successful Keanu Reeves film Speed (1994). Obviously, when threatened, the military types want to respond with carnage. Watch The Day the Earth Stood Still: Trailer #2, Watch The Day the Earth Stood Still: Trailer #1, Watch The Day The Earth Stood Still: Exclusive Clip. 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