Elysium

2013

"A fight for hope in a divided world."

Also known as: 🇮🇳 HI: एलिज़ियम: एक बेहतर दुनिया में जीने की जंग^? 🇯🇵 JA: Elysium：2013^? 🇰🇷 KO: 엘리시움^? 🇨🇳 ZH: 极乐世界^? 🇷🇺 RU: Элизиум: Рай не на Земле^? All international titles (8) →

Drama Action Thriller 109 min 6.6/10

Synopsis

Elysium is a movie released in 2013.

In a starkly divided future where the affluent bask in luxury on the orbiting utopia of Elysium, while the rest of humanity struggles for survival on a desolate Earth, the struggle for equality takes center stage. This gripping narrative follows Max, a factory worker with a checkered past, who finds himself caught in a web of desperation and rebellion. Faced with a terminal illness, he embarks on a perilous mission to infiltrate Elysium, where advanced medical technology could save his life. But it's not just about survival; Max's journey becomes a fight against injustice, as he seeks to bridge the chasm between the privileged and the oppressed. With intense action sequences and thought-provoking themes, this film explores the consequences of unchecked capitalism and the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity. The character of Secretary Rhodes embodies the ruthless lengths to which the elite will go to maintain their power, providing a chilling backdrop to Max's quest for redemption and equality. As tensions escalate and the stakes rise, viewers are drawn into a thrilling ride that challenges the moral fabric of society, making it a must-watch for fans of dynamic storytelling and social commentary.

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category	Level	Indicator
Violence	3/5
Sexual Content	2/5
Language	3/5
Drugs / Alcohol	1/5
Frightening Elements	2/5

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Violence

The film contains moderate violence, including scenes of combat and action sequences with weapons. There are instances of injury and death, though they are not excessively graphic.

Sexual Content

There are mild sexual references and suggestive situations, but no explicit sexual content is depicted.

Language

The film includes moderate use of strong language, including profanity.

Drugs / Alcohol

There are brief references to drug use, but it is not a central theme of the film.

Frightening Elements

Some scenes may be intense or unsettling, particularly during action sequences or moments of conflict.

Summary for parents:

Elysium is a science fiction action film that explores themes of class division and societal inequality. Parents should be aware of the moderate violence and strong language, which may not be suitable for younger viewers. The film contains some mild sexual content and brief references to drug use.

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Connections with other movies

This movie has thematic and stylistic connections with the following productions:

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Available in Romania on Netflix

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Box Office

Budget: $115,000,000

Revenue: $286,140,700

Profit $171,140,700

ROI +148.8% (2.5x)

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Elysium is directed by Neill Blomkamp .

Cast of Elysium

Matt Damon

Max

Jodie Foster

Delacourt

Sharlto Copley

Kruger

Diego Luna

Julio

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Crew & Production

Neill Blomkamp

Director

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Keywords

#dystopia 113 #future 34 #capitalism 20 #space station 7 #wealth inequality 2 #late stage capitalism 2 #class conflict 2 #social inequality 1 #health inequality 1

Production Companies

TriStar Pictures

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QED International

MRC

Trivia & Fun Facts about Elysium

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• The production team built a significant portion of the Elysium set in a former aircraft hangar in Los Angeles, allowing for large-scale, practical effects to be integrated into the film's design.

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• Matt Damon underwent extensive physical training for the role of Max, which included strength and cardio workouts to prepare for the action sequences and his character's physical transformation.

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• The film features a notable cameo by director Neill Blomkamp, who appears briefly as a worker in the factory where Max is employed.

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• In one scene, a character is seen wearing a shirt that reads 'Elysium' in a nod to the film's title, highlighting the divide between the privileged and the marginalized.

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• Several scenes were filmed in the slums of Mexico City, which lent an authentic backdrop to the film's depiction of poverty and decay in contrast to the sterile environment of Elysium.

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• The design of the Elysium space station was inspired by the concept of a O'Neill cylinder, a theoretical type of space habitat that could support human life in space.

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• Sharlto Copley's character, Kruger, was designed to be a morally ambiguous antagonist, echoing themes explored in Blomkamp's previous film District 9, particularly regarding social stratification.

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