Mr. Atlas

Name: Mr. Atlas
Genre: Fantasy
Released: 1997-01-01
Cast: T.J. Lowther, Laura Johnson, Timothy Bottoms, Robert R. Shafer, Mickey Cottrell

1997

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About This Movie

So, 'Mr. Atlas' is this quirky little fantasy flick from '97. The story kicks off with a young boy tumbling into a mysterious hole, and then he meets Atlas, the Greek god who’s got some weighty issues, literally. The practical effects are charming in their own right – a bit dated but kind of endearing, really. The pacing varies quite a bit; there are moments of whimsy followed by heavier themes of responsibility and burden. You can sense the low-budget vibe in the performances, but they add a certain authenticity, if you know what I mean. It’s this odd mix of childlike wonder and philosophical musings that makes it stand out in a sea of family films from that era.

Quirky fantasy with a whimsical toneLow-budget charm in practical effectsInteresting themes of responsibility