Donnie Darko
“Donnie Darko” is a 2001 American science fiction psychological thriller film written and directed by Richard Kelly and produced by Flower Films. It features a talented cast including Jake Gyllenhaal, Jena Malone, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Drew Barrymore and more.
The story takes place in October 1988 and revolves around Donnie Darko, a troubled teenager who escapes a strange accident by sleepwalking. He begins seeing a mysterious figure named Frank in a bunny costume, who tells him that the world will end in 28 days.
Development on the film began in 1997, when Kelly, fresh out of film school, created a story around the idea of a jet engine crashing into a house of unknown origin. Although Kelly insisted on directing, getting financial backing remained a challenge before Pandora Cinemas and Barrymore Films agreed to produce the film on a modest budget of $4.5 million. The film was shot over 28 days in California during the summer of 2000.
The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 19, 2001, and had a limited theatrical release on October 26 of the same year. Because its ad featured a crashed plane and coincided with the recent September 11 attacks, the film received little publicity. As a result, it initially performed poorly at the box office, grossing just $517,375.
However, “Donnie Darko” received positive reviews, gained a cult following, and became a success through reprints and home video sales, grossing more than $7.5 million worldwide. The film’s soundtrack was well-received, particularly “Mad World”, a cover of “Tears for Fears” sung by Gary Jules and Michael Andrews, which stayed at number one on the UK Singles Chart for three weeks.
Over time, “Donnie Darko” has been recognized as one of the greatest independent films of all time, and was ranked No. 53 on Empire magazine’s list of the “500 Greatest Movies of All Time.” Director Richard Kelly later released a director’s cut in 2004 and adapted the film for the stage in 2007. A sequel titled “S. Darko” followed in 2009, but Kelly was not involved. In 2021, Kelly announced that he was working on a new sequel to the film.
Donnie Darko ending explained
Downey finds himself thrust into a situation beyond his control, facing a tangential universe that threatens the lives of those around him. Despite the overwhelming odds, he found a way to bring order to the chaos. Downey realizes the inevitable fate that awaits him, realizing that his existence has led to the tragic deaths of those around him. He decides to save them from their tragic fate in a selfless act of heroism.
The film’s intricate scientific narrative may be difficult to follow, but the ending of Donnie Darko’s journey is very simple: he chooses to sacrifice himself so that the people he loves can move on.
By allowing a jet engine to take his life, he ensured the survival of those he held dear. It’s a poignant moment of bravery and love as he chooses to face his own mortality to give others a chance at life. In this act of ultimate redemption, Donnie Darko embodies the depth of human compassion and the power to accept one’s fate for the greater good.
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Donnie Darko drama
On October 2, 1988, troubled boy Donnie Darko was sleepwalking outside and met a monster rabbit named Frank. Frank tells Donnie that the world will end in 28 days. The next morning, a jet engine crashed into Downey’s bedroom, leaving investigators baffled as to its origins.
Donnie continues to see visions of Frank and seeks guidance from his science teacher, who gives him a book about time travel. He also develops a relationship with Gretchen, who recently moved to escape her violent stepfather. Frank’s influence leads Donnie to commit various acts, including flooding his school and setting fire to a man’s house, exposing his criminal activities.
At a Halloween party, Gretchen’s mother disappeared. Downey took her to see Roberta Sparrow, but was attacked by bullies, resulting in Gretchen’s tragic death. In grief and anger, Downey shot Frank, who turned out to be Elizabeth’s boyfriend.
As the end of the world approaches, Downey drives to a ridge overlooking the town and witnesses a whirlpool forming. He sends a plane to carry his mother and others back in time by manipulating the space-time continuum. The events of the past 28 days are rewinded, leading to Downey’s death when a jet engine fell into his bedroom.
After this, those affected by Downey woke up from nightmares. Gretchen learns of Donnie’s death but seems to have some connection to Rose, although they don’t remember it.
Donnie Darko actor
Below is a list of actors and characters from the Donnie Darko movies.
Actor name |
Character name |
|---|---|
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Jake Gyllenhaal |
Donnie Darko |
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Holmes Osborne |
Eddie Darko |
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Maggie Gyllenhaal |
Elizabeth Darko |
|
David Chase |
Samantha Darko |
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mary macdonald |
Rose Darko |
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James Duvall |
Frank Rabbit/Frank Anderson |
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Arthur Taxir |
Dr. Ted Fisher |
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Patrick Swayze |
Jim Cunningham |
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david st james |
Bob Garland |
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Jackie Mahaner |
Joanne James |
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Seth Rogen |
Ricky Danforth |
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Jolene Purdy |
Rita Chen |
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Stuart Stone |
Ronald Fisher |
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Gary Lundy |
Sean Smith |
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Alex Greenwald |
Seth Devlin |
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Beth Grant |
Katie Farmer |
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Jena Malone |
Gretchen Ross |
Donnie Darko trailer
Where can I watch “Donnie Darko”?
“Donnie Darko” is currently available to stream on HBO Max. If you prefer, you can also watch Donnie Darko by renting or purchasing it on various platforms including Amazon Instant Video, iTunes, Google Play, and Vudu.
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