by FilmInk Staff
Billed as a “contemplative, compelling narrative that melds the thoughtful introspection and intellectualism of Denis Villeneuve’s Arrival and Robert Zemeckis’ Contact with more traditional elements reminiscent of such genre classics as Invaders from Mars and The Day The Earth Stood Still”, Arya’s third feature arrives after a complex, extended production and post-production period.
“Despite all the heartbreaks and major obstacles, I was determined and willing to go through hell and back to complete it,” reveals Arya regarding RISEN’s protracted production. “This story needed to be told! It takes the audience through a true cinematic journey about the possibilities of extraterrestrial life.”
Recently acquired by US sales and distribution company Vertical Entertainment, who are repping the film at the Marche du film in Cannes, Arya and his key cast and crew will be showcasing the film and the mammoth challenges in bringing it to fruition with a post-screening Q&A at the Sydney Science Fiction Film Festival.
“Eddie and the entire team behind RISEN have exhibited a dedication to the film’s journey to completion like I’ve never seen before,” says Festival Director Simon Foster. “From the Sydney shoot, to locations in Canada, to countless hours of post, ensuring the effects work is state-of-the-art, the commitment from everyone at Aryavision Pictures embodies the kind of passion for storytelling that we proudly celebrate at the festival. We are honoured to have RISEN in our 2021 line-up.”
The Sydney Science Fiction Film Festival runs from November 4 to 13. For further information on the full program and screening locations visit https://www.sydneysciencefictionfilmfestival.com.au/
