U.S. label Film Movement has dated and detailed its upcoming Blu-ray release of director Geoff Murphy's film
The Quiet Earth (1985), starring Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, and Pete Smith. The release will be available for purhcase December 6.
Synopsis: In this sci-fi cult classic, Zac Hobson, a mid-level scientist working on a global energy project, wakes up to a nightmare. After his project malfunctions, Zac discovers that he may be the last man on Earth. As he searches empty cities for other survivors, Zac's mental state begins to deteriorate - culminating in the film's iconic and hotly debated ending.
Special Features:
- NEW Restoration of the film
- Audio Commentary by acclaimed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and film critic Odie Henderson
- Collector's Booklet with film essay by academic/film critic Teresa Heffernan, cast and crew credits, and archival stills