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Cast & Crew

Panos Cosmatos
Director
Ronald Reagan
As Self (archive footage)
Chris Gauthier
As Fat Hesher
Scott Hylands
As Mercurio Arboria
Marilyn Norry
As Rosemary Nyle
Michael J Rogers
As Barry Nyle

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Beyond the Black Rainbow is a thought-provoking sci-fi horror mystery film that delves into themes of control, identity, and the consequences of playing with forces beyond human comprehension. Set in a mysterious research facility in the 1980s, the movie follows the story of a young woman named Elena who is held captive by a deranged therapist named Dr. Barry Nyle. Elena possesses telekinetic abilities that Nyle seeks to control and harness, but her powers prove to be too strong for him to handle. As the story unfolds, Nyle's grip on reality slowly unravels, and he succumbs to madness. The film features a unique blend of psychedelic visuals, eerie soundscapes, and a sense of unease that permeates every scene. The Arboria Institute, where the majority of the film takes place, is a character in its own right - a labyrinthine facility that seems to have a life of its own. The film's score, composed by Jeremy Schmidt, adds to the overall sense of unease and tension, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that immerses the viewer in the world of Beyond the Black Rainbow. One of the most striking aspects of the film is its exploration of control and identity. Elena's abilities serve as a symbol of resistance against oppressive forces, while Nyle's descent into madness highlights the dangers of attempting to harness powers beyond human control. The film also touches on themes relevant to contemporary society - the dangers

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Beyond the Black Rainbow include The Invasion, Scourge, Pandorum, Quarantine 2: Terminal, Area 51, Crawlspace.

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Beyond the Black Rainbow was released in theaters on September 24, 2011.