Cloud Atlas (2012)
Movie 2h 52m ★ 6.9/10
Good for tonight if you want to: i want to feel something, blow my mind
Dating from 2012, Cloud Atlas sits in the drama and science fiction corner of our catalogue. It is directed by Lana Wachowski. The cast includes Ben Whishaw, Halle Berry and Bae Doona. The running time is 2h 52m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.9 out of 10.
Synopsis
A set of six nested stories spanning time between the 19th century and a distant post-apocalyptic future. Cloud Atlas explores how the actions and consequences of individual lives impact one another throughout the past, the present and the future. Action, mystery and romance weave through the story as one soul is shaped from a killer into a hero and a single act of kindness ripples across centuries to inspire a revolution in the distant future. Based on the award winning novel by David Mitchell. Directed by Tom Tykwer and the Wachowskis.
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Cast & crew
- Lana WachowskiDirector
- Lilly WachowskiDirector
- Ben Whishawas Cabin Boy / Robert Frobisher / Store Clerk / Georgette / Tribesman
- Halle Berryas Native Woman / Jocasta Ayrs / Luisa Rey / Indian Party Guest / Ovid / Meronym
- Bae Doonaas Tilda / Megan's Mom / Mexican Woman / Sonmi-451 / Sonmi-351 / Sonmi Prostitute
- Keith Davidas Kupaka / Joe Napier / An-kor Apis / Prescient
- David Gyasias Autua / Lester Rey / Duophsyte
- Hugh Grantas Rev. Giles Horrox / Hotel Heavy / Lloyd Hooks / Denholme Cavendish / Seer Rhee / Kona Chief
- Tom Hanksas Dr. Henry Goose / Hotel Manager / Isaac Sachs / Dermot Hoggins / Cavendish Look-a-Like Actor / Zachr
- Susan Sarandonas Madame Horrox / Older Ursula / Yusouf Suleiman / Abbess
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Questions about Cloud Atlas
- What genre is Cloud Atlas?
- Cloud Atlas is categorised as Drama, Science Fiction.
- Who stars in Cloud Atlas?
- Ben Whishaw, Halle Berry, Bae Doona, Keith David, David Gyasi appear in the main cast.
- Who directed Cloud Atlas?
- Lana Wachowski directed Cloud Atlas.
- How long is Cloud Atlas?
- Cloud Atlas runs for 2h 52m (172 minutes).
- Is Cloud Atlas worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.9/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch Cloud Atlas?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
