The Sum of All Fears (HBO)
CIA analyst thwarts nuclear conspiracy against USA
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About The Sum of All Fears (HBO)
Released: 2002
Platform: Max
Rating: PG-13
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Cast
Ben Affleck, Morgan Freeman, James Cromwell, Liev Schreiber, Bridget Moynahan, Alan Bates, Philip Baker Hall, Ron Rifkin, Bruce McGill, Ciarán Hinds, Colm Feore
About The Sum of All Fears (HBO)
"The Sum of All Fears" is a dynamic and suspenseful thriller released in 2002. Set in a period where Cold War tensions are resurfacing, the movie revolves around the character of Jack Ryan, a CIA agent, who is thrust into a dangerous geopolitical situation. He must unravel a plot which could lead to a potential nuclear war between the United States and Russia, and it is up to him and his courage to prevent it from happening.
Making / Production
The film was directed by Phil Alden Robinson and is based on the novel of the same name by Tom Clancy. It was produced by Mace Neufeld, a long-term collaborator with Clancy. The film had a budget of $68 million and was shot at various locations in North America and Europe.
Actors
- Ben Affleck as Jack Ryan: Affleck plays the protagonist, Jack Ryan, intelligently and convincingly, offering a fresh take on the character who was previously played by Alec Baldwin and Harrison Ford.
- Morgan Freeman as William Cabot: Morgan Freeman portrays the role of a CIA director with his unique touch of sophistication and authority, making the character very believable.
- Bridget Moynahan as Cathy Muller: She brought charm and intensity to the character, bringing depth to her role as Ryan's love interest.
- Liev Schreiber as John Clark: Schreiber brings a pragmatic and serious touch to his role as a covert operative and Ryan's ally in the grim circumstances.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The screenplay was actually completed before the tragic event of 9/11. However, the release was delayed, and several scenes were altered because of it.
- Ben Affleck was the third actor to portray the character of Jack Ryan on screen, following Alec Baldwin and Harrison Ford.
- Tom Clancy, the author of the original novel, was reported to have disliked the movie adaptation of his book.
Awards
The film didn't win major awards, but its competent direction, strong performances, and thrilling plot garnered positive responses from the audiences.
Quotes
- “If you build it, they will come...” - William Cabot.
- "You're about to breathe air that's way over your pay grade." - John Clark.
Music, Soundtrack
- The score was composed by Jerry Goldsmith and is considered one of his best works.
- "Nessun Dorma" from Puccini's "Turandot" is the opera piece featured in the film.
About The Sum of All Fears (HBO)
In the spy thriller The Sum of All Fears, CIA analyst Jack Ryan struggles to prevent a nuclear war between the US and Russia.
