The quiet Earth [DVD videorecording].

The quiet Earth [DVD videorecording]. - [Northcote, Vic.] : Umbrella Entertainment [distributor], [2009] - 1 DVD (approximately 91 minutes) : sound, colour ; 12 cm.

Originally released as a motion picture in 1985, based on the novel by Craig Harrison. Special features: Audio commentary with writer/producer Sam Pillsbury; Theatrical trailer.

Director of photography, James Bartle ; editor, Michael Horton ; music composer, John Charles. Director of photography, James Bartle ; editor, Michael Horton ; music composer, John Charles.

Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Peter Smith.

At exactly 6:12 a.m., government research scientist Zac Hubson awakens to discover that he may be the last man on Earth. Homes, highways and entire cities are deserted. He soon learns down the road that he isn't alone, a woman and a trucker are still there.


DVD ; colour recording system: NTSC ; All regions ; widescreen (1:85:1, enhanced) presentation; Dolby Digital 2.0 surround.

New Zealand Film and TV Awards, 1987: Film Award - Best Cinematography (James Bartle) ; Best Director (Geoff Murphy) ; Best Editing (Michael Horton) ; Best Film (Don Reynold, Sam Pillsbury) ; Best Performance, Male in a Supporting Role (Pete Smith) ; Best Performance, Male in a Leading Role (Bruno Lawrence) ; Best Production Design (Josephine Ford) ; Best Screenplay - Adaptation (Bill Baer, Sam Pillsbury, Bruno Lawrence).

DV14146 Anchor Bay Entertainment


Scientists--Drama.
Stress (Psychology)--Drama.
Man-woman relationships--Drama.


Science fiction films
Feature films
Film adaptations

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