The Black Hole

About The Black Hole

The Black Hole is a 1979 American science fiction film directed by Gary Nelson. The movie explores a spacecraft expedition that finds itself in the vicinity of a black hole, the most destructive force in the universe. They then discover a spaceship named Cygnus, mysteriously undamaged and floating just outside the deadly event horizon of the black hole. The crew discovers that the Cygnus is controlled by Dr. Hans Reinhardt and his menacing-looking robot Maximilian.

Making / Production

The film was the first from Disney to receive a PG rating. The production of the movie involved extensive use of miniatures and other special effects, with clever ingenuity and technical craftsmanship being implemented.

Actors

• Maximilian Schell as Dr. Hans Reinhardt who played the brilliant but obsessed scientist effectively.
• Anthony Perkins played the role of Dr. Alex Durant, a scholar fascinated by the potential findings on the lost ship.
• Ernest Borgnine as Harry Booth gave a remarkable performance as the journalist along for the ride.
• Roddy McDowall and Slim Pickens voiced the two helpful robots, V.I.N.CENT and B.O.B.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This movie was Disney's first production to receive a PG rating.
• The film was a big break for Disney into more mature genres.
• The end credits lack a traditional "The End" line, indicating a possible sequel, but no sequel was made.

Quotes

• Dr. Hans Reinhardt: "There is an inexorable force in the cosmos where time and space converge. A place beyond man's vision but not his reach."
• V.I.N.CENT: "When you think you're weightless, you sink."
• Harry Booth: "Never trust a machine."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film score was composed by John Barry, known for his work in James Bond films.
• The eerie synth-led pieces offer a feeling of unease and uncertainty, which perfectly mirror the mystery of the black hole.
• The Black Hole" Main Theme is a popular track from this movie.