Terrence Malick's 'Voyage of Time' Nears Release After Decades
After nearly forty years in production, Terrence Malick's documentary 'Voyage of Time' is set for release. The film ambitiously chronicles life on Earth from its origins to its eventual end, described by Malick as 'a celebration of life and the great story of the cosmos.' The long wait frustrated investors, who in 2013 threatened legal action to reclaim their $3 million investment. Known for his perfectionism, Malick returns to universal themes with a colossal documentary featuring spectacular images of Earth and the cosmos, designed for giant screens, ideally IMAX. The film will be released in two versions: a 40-minute IMAX cut (October 7, 2016) narrated by Brad Pitt, and a 90-minute version narrated by Cate Blanchett. The score is by Ennio Morricone, despite his past complaints about Malick's intrusive editing style.
Key facts
- Production took nearly 40 years.
- Investors threatened legal action in 2013 over $3 million.
- Two versions: 40-minute IMAX and 90-minute standard.
- IMAX version releases October 7, 2016.
- Brad Pitt narrates the IMAX version.
- Cate Blanchett narrates the 90-minute version.
- Score by Ennio Morricone.
- Malick known for perfectionism and previous film 'Tree of Life'.
Entities
Artists
- Terrence Malick
- Brad Pitt
- Cate Blanchett
- Ennio Morricone
Institutions
- Artribune
- IMAX