Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
John Travolta | ... | George Malley | |
Kyra Sedgwick | ... | Lace Pennamin | |
Forest Whitaker | ... | Nate Pope | |
Robert Duvall | ... | Doc | |
Jeffrey DeMunn | ... | Professor Ringold | |
Richard Kiley | ... | Dr. Wellin | |
David Gallagher | ... | Al | |
Ashley Buccille | ... | Glory | |
Tony Genaro | ... | Tito | |
Sean O'Bryan | ... | Banes | |
Michael Milhoan | ... | Jimmy | |
Troy Evans | ... | Roger | |
Bruce A. Young | ... | Jack Hatch (as Bruce Young) | |
Vyto Ruginis | ... | Ted Rhome | |
Brent Spiner | ... | Dr. Bob |
John Travolta plays George Malley, who owns the local auto repair shop in a small California town. After celebrating his birthday with friends at the local bar/hang-out, George heads for home. He pauses to watch a strange light in the sky, then collapses for a few seconds in the middle of the deserted street. In the days and weeks that follow, George finds his IQ and consciousness expanding dramatically, and develops telekinetic abilities. Despite his attempts to explain what has happened to him, with just a very few exceptions, most of the local townspeople treat the "new" George as a freak. His state of isolation becomes even more pronounced when his new-found abilities allow him to correctly predict an earthquake, and outside authorities become interested in what's happened to him. Written by - written by: R. Merriman <wyldberi@msn.com>
An ordinary small-town man (John Travolta) sees a flash of light in the sky one night and then starts to experience super-intelligence and telekinesis. Soon he is changing everyone's life for the better (most notably love interest Kyra Sedgwick, town doctor Robert Duvall and best friend Forest Whitaker). Slyly funny and innovative at first and then impressively dramatic and thought-provoking, "Phenomenon" is an effective picture that comes through because of good performances across the board and smart screen-writing. Travolta and Duvall are excellent together and they share the spotlight in the venture. Under-rated production that should be given a try. It is one of those films that will cause your emotions to come shining through. 4 stars out of 5.