Creation (I) (2009)

English naturalist Charles Darwin struggles to find a balance between his revolutionary theories on evolution and the relationship with religious wife, whose faith contradicts his work.

Director:

Jon Amiel

Writers:

John Collee (screenplay), Jon Amiel (screen story),

Stars:

Paul Bettany, Ian Kelly, Guy Henry

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Paul Bettany	...	Charles Darwin
Ian Kelly	...	Captain Fitzroy
Guy Henry	...	Technician
Martha West	...	Annie Darwin
Anabolena Rodriguez	...	Fuegia Basket
Paul Campbell	...	Boat Memory
Zak Davies	...	Jemmy Button
Teresa Churcher	...	Mrs. Davies
Jennifer Connelly	...	Emma Darwin
Freya Parks	...	Etty Darwin
Jim Carter	...	Parslow
Christopher Dunkin	...	George Darwin
Gene Goodman	...	Franky Darwin
Harrison Sansostri	...	Lenny Darwin
Benedict Cumberbatch	...	Joseph Hooker

Storyline

What happens when a world-renowned scientist, crushed by the loss of his eldest daughter, formulates a theory in conflict with religious dogma? This is the story of Charles Darwin and his master-work "The Origin of Species". It tells of a global revolution played out within the confines of a small English village; a passionate marriage torn apart by the most dangerous idea in history; and a theory saved from extinction by the logic of a child.

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Plot Keywords:

charles darwin | evolution | marriage | faith | scientist | 

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Taglines:

How he saw the world changed it forever

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Genres:

Drama | Biography

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for some intense thematic material

Details

Official Sites:

Official site Official site (Canada)

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 September 2009 (UK)

Also Known As:

Origin

Filming Locations:

Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, England, UK

Box Office

Budget:

£10,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$53,073 (USA) (22 January 2010)

Gross:

$340,611 (USA) (21 May 2010)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Recorded Picture Company (RPC), BBC Films, HanWay Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

108 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

It is often thought that apart from his illnesses, Darwin may too have had Ménière's disease.

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Quotes

[from trailer]
Charles Darwin: Suppose the whole world stopped believing that God had any sort of plan for us?

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Crazy Credits

Dedicated to the memory of ... & all those whose lives have been devastated by chronic post-infection diseases.

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Connections

Featured in Late Show with David Letterman: Episode #17.71 (2010)

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Soundtracks

"Étude Op. 25, No. 11, Winter Wind"
Composed by Frédéric Chopin
Performed by Elena Nalimova

User Reviews

" Father, . . why must the world be so cruel ? "

Of all the greatest men in science, Charles Darwin stands taller than most. His superior intellectual searching and inevitably, his persistent exercise in evolutionary logic, gave mankind the tools with which to eventually determine the Origins of Man. In point of fact, this film, ably directed by Jon Ameil, is called " Creation " and answers the eternal question for all open-minded students, teachers and inquisitive scientists alike. Moreover, the poignant film also endeavors to unveil a portion of the private life behind the real Darwin. (Paul Bettany) Darwin himself was not only a practical man, but a deeply sensitive father and husband. Herein audiences discover that throughout his life and during his subsequent marriage to his cousin Emma, (Jennifer Connelly) Charles pays dearly for his revolutionary ideas. The story touches his association with Captain Fitzroy (Ian Kelly), Joseph Hooker ( Benedict Cumberbatch) and his most ardent supporter Thomas Huxley ( Toby Jones). However, it also reveals just how deeply he loved his children, especially his favorite daughter Annie. (Martha West) All in all, the movie is exceptional and for audiences of every age, a Classic story. Highly recommended. ****