Edge of the World (2021)

About Edge of the World

"Edge of the World" is a captivating adventure film released in 2021, directed by Michael Haussman. This biographical adventure film presents the story of James Brooke, who left Victorian England to become the King of Sarawak in Borneo in the 1840s which serve as inspiration for Joseph Conrad and Rudyard Kipling's "The Man Who Would Be King".

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Josie Ho, Conroy Chan, and Rob Allyn, under the banner of 852 Films. The breath-taking visuals of Borneo were captured beautifully by director Michael Haussman and cinematographer Jaime Feliu-Torres. Filming occurred in various locations including Malaysia, Thailand, and the UK.

Actors

• Jonathan Rhys Meyers portrayed as James Brooke, who brings a complex and inspired performance as the Englishman who became a king.
• Dominic Monaghan appears as Arthur Brooke, James' turbulent and conflicting brother.
• Hannah New played as Elizabeth, the love-interest of James Brooke in the movie.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Dominic Monaghan have co-starred together previously in the television series 'Dracula'.
• James Brooke's life has previously been dramatized in the 1936 film "The White Rajah".

Awards

As of this time, "Edge of the World" has not won any awards.

Quotes

• "This is the story of a rogue...a pirate and the pirate who stole his heart." - James Brooke
• "The world is at the edge of change." - Arthur Brooke
• "I am not here to rule you, I am here to free you." - James Brooke

Music / Soundtrack

• The music of "Edge of the World" was composed by Will Bates, known for his works in various TV series' and Films.
• The score beautifully captured the complex emotions and adventurous spirit of the film.