The Edge

Name: The Edge
Director: Lee Tamahori
Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama
Released: 1997-01-01
Duration: 117 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Anthony Hopkins, Alec Baldwin, Elle Macpherson, Harold Perrineau, L.Q. Jones

1997Dir. Lee Tamahori1h 57m

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Runtime1h 57m

Released1997

Budget$30M

Box office$43.3M

DirectorLee Tamahori

About This Movie

The Edge, directed by Lee Tamahori, has this gritty, almost palpable atmosphere that really draws you in. It's not just about survival; there’s this psychological tension simmering beneath the surface. Anthony Hopkins' portrayal of Charles Morse is layered, and you can feel his desperation and cunning. The practical effects used for the bear scenes are quite impressive, adding a raw realism that CGI often lacks. You also can't overlook the cinematography; the Alaskan wilderness feels like a character itself, both beautiful and unforgiving. The pacing is deliberate, building suspense in a way that keeps you engaged throughout, and the themes of trust and betrayal resonate long after the credits roll.

Filmed on location in the Alaskan wilderness.Features practical effects for bear encounters.Cinematography by Phil Parmet, capturing stark landscapes.Score by Jerry Goldsmith enhances the tense atmosphere.