Dark Matter
Synopsis
Liu Xing a brilliant Chinese student, arrives at University and makes the transition into American life with the help of Joanna Silver. Xing joins a cosmology group working to create a model of the origins of the universe. He is obsessed with the study of dark matter and a theory that conflicts with the group's model. When he begins to make breakthroughs of his own, he encounters obstructions.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance
Festival / Special Debut
April 24, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chen Shi-Zheng
- Screenplay & Story
- Billy Shebar
- Original Score
- Van Dyke Parks
- Original Title
- Dark Matter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Saltmill
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chen Shi-Zheng
Billy Shebar, Chen Shi-Zheng
Van Dyke Parks
Oliver Bokelberg
Pam Wise, Michael Berenbaum
Janet Yang, Mary Salter, Andrea Miller, Kirk D'Amico, Linda Sophie Chiu
Department Leadership Roster
Chen Shi-Zheng
Director
Billy Shebar
Screenplay
Janet Yang
Producer
Mary Salter
Producer
Andrea Miller
Producer
Oliver Bokelberg
Director of Photography
Pam Wise
Editor
Michael Berenbaum
Editor
Van Dyke Parks
Original Music Composer
Dina Goldman-Kunin
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark Matter
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dark Matter about?
Liu Xing a brilliant Chinese student, arrives at University and makes the transition into American life with the help of Joanna Silver. Xing joins a cosmology group working to create a model of the origins of the universe. He is obsessed with the study of dark matter and a theory that conflicts with the group's model. When he begins to make breakthroughs of his own, he encounters obstructions.
Who directed Dark Matter?
Dark Matter was directed by Chen Shi-Zheng.
Who stars in Dark Matter?
The principal cast of Dark Matter includes Liu Ye, Aidan Quinn, Meryl Streep, Chi Peng, Blair Brown.
When was Dark Matter released and how long is it?
Dark Matter was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Dark Matter?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dark Matter was composed by Van Dyke Parks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dark Matter?
Dark Matter holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).