The Overview
“A prog-rock audio-visual odyssey that explores the cosmos and humanity’s fleeting place within it.”
Synopsis
A 42-minute audio-visual experience presented by world renowned musical polymath Steven Wilson, The Overview takes the listener on a Kubrickian journey into the endless darkness of outer space via a breathtakingly eclectic progressive rock opus. Longtime Wilson collaborator Miles Skarin's film presents a constantly evolving series of stunning visual sequences documenting the vastness of space and the almost imperceptibly tiny part of it that the human race occupies.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Steven Wilson - The Overview Album Teaser 4K - Out 14th March 2025
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-01-09
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BFI IMAX World Premiere
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Miles Skarin
- Screenplay & Story
- Steven Wilson
- Original Score
- Steven Wilson
- Original Title
- The Overview
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 42m
- Production Studios
- Crystal Spotlight
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Miles Skarin
Steven Wilson
Steven Wilson
Miles Skarin
Department Leadership Roster
Miles Skarin
Director
Steven Wilson
Writer
Miles Skarin
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Overview
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What is The Overview about?
A 42-minute audio-visual experience presented by world renowned musical polymath Steven Wilson, The Overview takes the listener on a Kubrickian journey into the endless darkness of outer space via a breathtakingly eclectic progressive rock opus. Longtime Wilson collaborator Miles Skarin's film presents a constantly evolving series of stunning visual sequences documenting the vastness of space and the almost imperceptibly tiny part of it that the human race occupies.
Who directed The Overview?
The Overview was directed by Miles Skarin.
Who stars in The Overview?
The principal cast of The Overview includes Steven Wilson.
When was The Overview released and how long is it?
The Overview was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 42m.
Who composed the musical score for The Overview?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Overview was composed by Steven Wilson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Overview?
The Overview holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).