“127 Hours”, 2010
Director: Danny Boyle
Based on a true story, this film follows a mountain climber who becomes trapped under a boulder while canyoneering alone in Utah. He must find a way to survive and escape his dire situation.
Starring: James Franco, Kate Mara, Amber Tamblyn, Clémence Poésy, Lizzy Caplan, Treat Williams, Kate Burton, Sean Bott, John Lawrence, Koleman Stinger;
Production year: 2010;
Genre: thriller, biography, drama, adventure;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 93 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,5;
More information about the film “127 Hours” on the website imdb.com
“Cast Away”, 2000
Director: Robert Zemeckis
After a plane crash leaves him stranded on a deserted island, a FedEx executive must learn to survive on his own and grapple with the emotional toll of being isolated from society.
Starring: Tom Hanks, Helen Hunt, Chris Noth, Nick Searcy, Jenifer Lewis, Paul Sanchez, Lari White, Leonid Citer, David Allen Brooks, Yelena Popovic;
Production year: 2000;
Genre: drama, melodrama, adventure;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 143 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,8;
More information about the film “Cast Away” on the website imdb.com
“Into the Wild”, 2007
Director: Sean Penn
Inspired by a true story, this film follows a young man who gives up all his possessions and sets out on a journey into the wilderness, seeking a deeper connection with nature and himself.
Starring: Emile Hirsch, Hal Holbrook, Marcia Gay Harden, William Hurt, Jena Malone, Brian H. Dierker, Catherine Keener, Vince Vaughn, Kristen Stewart, Jim Galien;
Production year: 2007;
Genre: drama, adventure, biography;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 148 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8,1;
More information about the film “Into the Wild” on the website imdb.com
“The Revenant”, 2015
Director: Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Set in the 1820s, this film follows a frontiersman who is left for dead by his hunting team after a bear attack. He must navigate the harsh wilderness and seek revenge on those who betrayed him.
Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hardy, Domhnall Gleeson, Will Poulter, Forrest Goodluck, Paul Anderson, Kristoffer Joner, Joshua Burge, Duane Howard, Melaw Nakehk'o;
Production year: 2015;
Genre: adventure, western, action, drama, biography;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 156 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8;
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“Lost in Translation”, 2003
Director: Sofia Coppola
In this film, two strangers form a unique bond while feeling lost and disconnected in the bustling city of Tokyo. They find solace and understanding in each other's company.
Starring: Bill Murray, Scarlett Johansson, Giovanni Ribisi, Anna Faris, Akiko Takeshita, Kazuyoshi Minamimagoe, Kazuko Shibata, Take, Ryuichiro Baba, Akira Yamaguchi;
Production year: 2003;
Genre: drama, melodrama;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 102 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,7;
More information about the film “Lost in Translation” on the website imdb.com
“The Martian”, 2015
Director: Ridley Scott
Stranded on Mars after a mission goes awry, an astronaut must use his ingenuity and resourcefulness to survive while awaiting rescue from Earth.
Starring: Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Kristen Wiig, Jeff Daniels, Michael Peña, Sean Bean, Kate Mara, Sebastian Stan, Aksel Hennie;
Production year: 2015;
Genre: science fiction, adventure;
MPAA rating: pg13;
Duration: 144 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 8;
More information about the film “The Martian” on the website imdb.com
“Life of Pi”, 2012
Director: Ang Lee
After a shipwreck, a young man finds himself adrift in the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger. As they struggle to coexist and survive, he grapples with his faith and inner strength.
Starring: Suraj Sharma, Irfan Khan, Ayush Tandon, Gautam Belur, Adil Hussain, Tabu, Ayaan Khan, Mohd. Abbas Khaleeli, Vibish Sivakumar, Rafe Spall, Gérard Depardieu;
Production year: 2012;
Genre: fantasy, drama, adventure;
MPAA rating: pg;
Duration: 127 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,9;
More information about the film “Life of Pi” on the website imdb.com
“Wild”, 2014
Director: Jean-Marc Vallée
Based on a memoir, this film follows a woman who embarks on a solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail to heal from personal loss and confront her inner demons.
Starring: Reese Witherspoon, Laura Dern, Thomas Sadoski, Keene McRae, Michiel Huisman, W. Earl Brown, Gaby Hoffmann, Kevin Rankin, Brian Van Holt, Cliff De Young;
Production year: 2014;
Genre: drama, adventure, biography;
MPAA rating: r;
Duration: 115 min.;
Rating: IMDB: 7,1;
More information about the film “Wild” on the website imdb.com
These films capture the essence of being lost in various contexts, showcasing the resilience, introspection, and growth that can come from such experiences.
In the cinematic exploration of being lost, these films illuminate the human experience of disorientation, alienation, and the search for connection. Each story navigates the complexities of loss in a unique way, delving into personal, psychological, and existential realms. Through stunning visuals, powerful performances, and poignant narratives, these films compel audiences to reflect on their own journeys of self-discovery and the profound impact of being lost on the human condition. Whether lost in physical space, relationships, identity, or purpose, these films capture the universal struggle to find one's way amidst the vast unknown, leaving viewers with a sense of empathy, introspection, and ultimately, hope.
