About Daybreak (1993)

Directed by Stephen Tolkin, Daybreak is a romantic drama with science fiction elements. It revolves around the backdrop of a futuristic totalitarian government, which imposes a strict code of conduct on its citizens in terms of sexual relationships to curb the spread of a deadly disease. The plot centres on two rebels - Blue and Torch - who meet secretly and fall in love, and decide to defy the regime. Their struggle against a society that restricts individual freedom forms the essence of the story.

Making / Production

Daybreak was produced by Larry Estes and Scott Macaulay, with the photography conducted by Tom Richmond. Its dystopian setting lends a glaring commentary on social realities, furthered by director Stephen Tolkin's creative storytelling.

Actors

• Moira Kelly as Blue: She played the courageous nurse, offering layers and depth to her character that made her struggle and fight against the system palpable.
• Cuba Gooding Jr. as Torch: His portrayal of a brave, defiant rebel added substantial weight and impact to the narrative.
• Martha Plimpton as Laurie: Martha, with her impressive acting skills, made the character of Laurie incredibly realistic and moving.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This movie marks the directorial debut of Stephen Tolkin.
• Despite its 1993 release date, the film has an early 1990s New York City aesthetic.
• Daybreak is unique in its combination of genres, mixing elements of romance, drama, sci-fi and dystopia in its narrative.

Quotes

• "Nothing's illegal if you don’t get caught." - Torch
• "I don't have any secrets. Their rules, not mine." - Blue
• "In a world full of rules, sometimes the only freedom is in breaking them." - Narrator

Music, Soundtrack

• "Daybreak" theme by Brad Fiedel, creating an emotional and eerie background score for the film.
• Cuba Gooding Jr. sings in the film, showing another aspect of his talent.