A Far Off Place
“A far off land. A far off journey. A far off adventure.”
Synopsis
Thrown together under incredible circumstances, two strangers must discover courage and strength when they begin a journey across the treacherous African desert! Equipped only with their wits and the expertise of a native bushman who befriends them, they are determined to triumph over impossible odds and reach their destination. But along the way, the trio face a primitive desert wilderness.
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Top Cast
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Reese Witherspoon
Nonnie Parker
Ethan Embry
Harry Winslow
Jack Thompson
John Ricketts
Sarel Bok
Xhabbo
Robert John Burke
Paul Parker
Patricia Kalember
Elizabeth Parker
Daniel Gerroll
John Winslow
Maximilian Schell
Col. Mopani Theron
Miles Anderson
Jardin
Fidelis Cheza
Tracker
Taffy Chihota
Warden Robert
Anthony Chinyanga
Doctor
Brian Cooper
Store Keeper
Magdalene Damas
Nuin-Tara
John Indi
Bamuthi
Sebastian Klein
Child on Sand Dune
Isaac Mabhikwa
Poacher
Bertha Msora
Koba
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
March 31, 1994
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$12.9M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mikael Salomon
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Caswell, Sally Robinson, Jonathan Hensleigh
- Original Score
- James Horner
- Original Title
- A Far Off Place
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Worldwide Gross
- $12.9M
- Production Studios
- Walt Disney Pictures, Amblin Entertainment, Touchwood Pacific Partners 1
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mikael Salomon
Robert Caswell, Sally Robinson, Jonathan Hensleigh, Laurens van der Post
James Horner
Juan Ruiz Anchía, Marc Koninckx, Kate Robinson
Ray Lovejoy
Elaine Sperber, Eva Monley, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Gerald R. Molen
Department Leadership Roster
Mikael Salomon
Director
Robert Caswell
Screenplay
Sally Robinson
Screenplay
Jonathan Hensleigh
Screenplay
James Horner
Original Music Composer
Ray Lovejoy
Editor
Juan Ruiz Anchía
Director of Photography
Rosemary Burrows
Costume Design
Elaine Sperber
Producer
Eva Monley
Producer
Gemma Jackson
Production Design
Roly Jansen
Stunt Coordinator
Craig Barron
Visual Effects Supervisor
Michael Pangrazio
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Far Off Place
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What is A Far Off Place about?
Thrown together under incredible circumstances, two strangers must discover courage and strength when they begin a journey across the treacherous African desert! Equipped only with their wits and the expertise of a native bushman who befriends them, they are determined to triumph over impossible odds and reach their destination. But along the way, the trio face a primitive desert wilderness.
Who directed A Far Off Place?
A Far Off Place was directed by Mikael Salomon.
Who stars in A Far Off Place?
The principal cast of A Far Off Place includes Reese Witherspoon, Ethan Embry, Jack Thompson, Sarel Bok, Robert John Burke.
When was A Far Off Place released and how long is it?
A Far Off Place was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
How much did A Far Off Place make at the box office?
A Far Off Place grossed $12.9M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Far Off Place?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Far Off Place was composed by James Horner.
Is A Far Off Place based on a book or true story?
A Far Off Place is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Laurens van der Post".
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Far Off Place?
A Far Off Place holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).