About Source Code

'Source Code' is a 2011 American science fiction action-thriller film directed by Duncan Jones and written by Ben Ripley. It follows a U.S. Army captain who is sent into a computed reality to identify a bomber. The film is a stimulating exploration of existence, destiny, and the limits of time.

Making / Production

The film was produced by Mark Gordon, Jordan Wynn, and Philippe Rousselet and was shot primarily in Montreal, Canada. Despite containing a significant amount of action, it was made with a relatively modest budget and employed state-of-the-art special effects to realistically portray the repeated explosions.

Actors

• Jake Gyllenhaal as Colter Stevens: Gyllenhaal, known for his intensity, gives a riveting and multi-faceted performance as an army pilot who finds himself in a high-stakes predicament.
• Michelle Monaghan as Christina Warren: Monaghan embodies the compassion and humanity of her character, whose life is threatened by the impending disaster.
• Vera Farmiga as Colleen Goodwin: Farmiga delivers a strong performance as an Air Force officer who assists Stevens in his mission, bringing both authority and empathy to her role.
• Jeffrey Wright as Dr. Rutledge: Wright provides a memorable turn as the scientist behind the "Source Code" technology, striking a balance between ambition and callousness.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Source Code doesn't refer to computers; it's a reference to genetic source code.
• Jake Gyllenhaal performs most of his own stunts in the movie.
• The film shares a similar premise to the 1993 film 'Groundhog Day.'

Awards

While 'Source Code' did not receive any major awards, it was well received by critics and audiences alike, earning numerous award nominations. It was nominated for the Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film, and Gyllenhaal was nominated for a Saturn Award for Best Actor for his performance.

Quotes

• "What would you do if you knew you had less than one minute to live?" - Colter Stevens
• "I took your advice. It was very good advice." - Colter Stevens
• "You cannot alter this reality while inside the Source Code." - Dr. Rutledge

Music, Soundtrack

Chris Bacon composed the thrilling and emotional score for 'Source Code.' The soundtrack beautifully complements the film's story, enhancing the suspense, action, and emotional moments. Notably, the song "Everything's Gonna Be Okay" performed by The Royal Charlatans was featured in the film.