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Impostor streaming

2001 Movie United States Action, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction 102 min Ages 16+
By: Gary Fleder With: Gary Dourdan, Vincent D'Onofrio, Mekhi Phifer, Shane Brolly, Tim Guinee

An exciting, action-packed sci-fi story from the author of Total Recall and Blade Runner, the thrilling Director's Cut of Impostor brings you Gary Sinise (Forrest Gump, Apollo 13), Madeleine Stowe (We Were Soldiers, Playing By Heart), Vincent D'Onofrio (The Cell, Men In Black) and Mekhi Phifer (O, 8 Mile) in a stellar cast. At a time when the earth has been at war with an alien force for over a decade, the latest work of lauded governmental scientist Spencer Olham (Sinise) promises to save the planet. But suddenly, Olham himself is accused of being an alien spy and is thrown headlong into a disorienting nightmare as a fugitive from the law. With blasts of adrenaline-fueled intensity, this futuristic thriller soars as Olham races to prove his identity to the world...and himself...in time to save all mankind.

Filmium rating
62%

Mood

Dark
Psychological
Serious
Suspenseful
Thrilling

Cast & Crew

Gary Fleder
Scott Rosenberg
Philip K. Dick
Caroline Case
Madeleine Stowe
Vincent D'Onofrio
Tim Guinee
Shane Brolly
Gary Sinise
Mekhi Phifer
Tony Shalhoub
Gary Dourdan

Adaptation

Based On Short Story

Budget

Low-Budget

Cinematic Technique

Close-Ups
Dark Lighting
Emotional Tension
Industrial Sets
Low-Budget
Visual Effects

Narrative Structure

Non-Linear
Twist Ending

Pace

Climactic
Fast-Paced
Slow-Paced
Suspenseful
Tension-Building

Style

Dystopian
Futuristic
Psychological Thriller
Science Fiction

Time-Period

Future

Central Conflict

Alien Infiltration
Identity Doubt
Self-Destruction

Characters

Alien Replicant
Clone
Government Agent

Ending

Ambiguous
Cover-Up
Self-Sacrifice

Historical Context

Alien Invasion
Post-Apocalyptic

Key Plot Points

False Accusation
High-Tech Scan
Self-Destruction

Plot

Alien Invasion
Deception
Dystopian Future
Government Conspiracy
Identity
Identity Deception

Setting

Alien Crash Site
Future Earth
Urban Dystopia

Shooting Location

California
Futuristic Sets
Los Angeles

Theme

Existentialism
Humanity Vs. Artificiality
Identity
Nature Of Humanity
Trust

Genre

Dystopian
Psychological Thriller
Science Fiction
Suspense
Thriller

Audiences

Adult Audience
Adults
Science Fiction Enthusiasts
Science Fiction Fans
Thriller Fans
Thriller Viewers

Titles

Imposter
Impostor
Impostor - Der Replikant
Impostor: Test na człowieczeństwo
L'imposteur
Пришелец
冒名顶替
임포스터

Box Office Success

$6 Million Us
Box Office Flop

Critical Reception

Negative Reviews
Poor Direction
Uninspired

Popularity

Limited Audience
Poor Reception

Ratings

24% Rotten Tomatoes
33% Metacritic

Reception

Box Office Failure
Criticized For Low Production Value
Low Production Value
Negative Reviews

Production Countries

United States

Release Year

2001
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