In the new Sci-Fi thriller “Reversion,” opening in select theaters today, reliving a favorite past memory has become a new reality with the creation of Oubli, a wearable device connected to a smartphone that allows consumers to rejoice in the pleasure of a memory, or, perhaps more likely, the vivid re-imagining of what one could wish was an actual past occurrence. At the helm of “Reversion,” Jose Nestor Marquez (“Ana Maria in Novela Land”) set out to create a story that delved into the private lives of the privileged Sophie Clé (Aja Naomi King) and her billionaire tech mogul father and Oubli creator Jack Clé (Colm Feore). In the interview below,...
- 10/9/2015
- by Vanessa Martinez
- ShadowAndAct
In Jose Nestor Marquez's new Sci-Fi thriller "Reversion," opening in select theaters today, the talented Aja Naomi King stars as Sophie Clé, a wealthy businesswoman and daughter of the creator of Oubli, a wearable device that enhances past joyful memories, allowing consumers to re-live happy moments as if they were occurring for the very first time; thus allowing constant delight and happiness to be an achievable feat. However, As King’s character relives the last treasured memory of her deceased mother repeatedly, she begins facing its side-effects, as well as unraveling the mystery behind the creation of this technology breakthrough, setting the stage for this...
- 10/9/2015
- by Vanessa Martinez
- ShadowAndAct
Long-time readers of this blog will be well-aware of our appreciation for movies of fantastical genres (like science fiction in this specific case), that tell stories centered around people of African descent. It's still unfortunately very much a rarity to see black people starring in (Afro)futuristic films like this one, so when one comes across my virtual desk, I'm immediately curious - even better when it's something that's, overall, well-made. Titled "Reversion," the film stars Aja Naomi King ("How to Get Away with Murder") as Sophie Clé, a delighted user of the Oubli, a wisp of high-tech jewelry that wraps behind the ear and uses neuroscience to...
- 10/9/2015
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
Read More: Pics: Aja Naomi King Headlines Sci-fi Thriller 'Reversion' w/ Gary Dourdan (Opens Oct. 9) Pleasant memories cover up long-forgotten family secrets in a thrilling new trailer for "Reversion." The sci-fi film, directed by Jose Nestor Marquez, stars Aja Naomi King as Sophie, a young girl hung up on the past, and Colm Feore as her super-genius father. The trailer begins with Sophie using the "Oubli," a high-tech device that allows an individual to relive their happiest memories. For Sophie, this is the last time she saw her mother alive, 15 years ago. Sophie helps her father, the creator of the Oubli, sell the device to other vulnerable souls looking to relive their time with lost loved ones until one day, Sophie is kidnapped. Her assailant turns out to be a woman named Isa, who may know more about Sophie's past than she does, and changes Sophie in ways she doesn't entirely understand.
- 9/21/2015
- by Ryan Anielski
- Indiewire
Long-time readers of this blog will be well-aware of our appreciation for movies of fantastical genres (like science fiction in this specific case), that tell stories centered around people of African descent. It's still unfortunately very much a rarity to see black people starring in (Afro)futuristic films like this one, so when one comes across my virtual desk, I'm immediately curious - even better when it's something that's, overall, well-made. Here's one to look forward to, which will be out in less than a month... Titled "Reversion," and categorized as a sci-fi/thriller, the film stars Aja Naomi King ("How to Get Away with Murder") as Sophie Clé, "a...
- 9/18/2015
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
It's set to open in a limited theatrical release in a month, but this is my introduction to it - as in, it's not a film I was aware of until today. But I love *discovering* new projects, especially when it's a genre of cinema that I love. Titled "Reversion," and categorized as a sci-fi/thriller, the film stars Aja Naomi King ("How to Get Away with Murder") as Sophie Clé, "a delighted user of the Oubli, a wisp of high-tech jewelry that wraps behind the ear and uses neuroscience to help its users experience their most joyful memories as if they were happening for the first time. In addition to being the head of marketing for the company that...
- 9/14/2015
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
Colm Feore (The Borgias) has booked a recurring role on the upcoming fourth season of Netflix’s House Of Cards. Feore will a high-profile new character in the White House drama, opposite Kevin Spacey and Robin Wright. The series is filming in and around Baltimore for a 2016 release. Feore was cast in HBO’s Utopia and next will be seen in indie feature Reversion. He is repped by Greene & Associates Talent Agency and The Coronel…...
- 9/4/2015
- Deadline TV
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