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Study Guide: Beyond the Reach: Film Analysis

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Beyond the Reach: Film Analysis Study Guide

Film Production and Creative Team

The 2014 thriller film directed by Jean-Baptiste Léonetti was originally titled 'Beyond the Reach'.

Answer: False

Explanation: The film directed by Jean-Baptiste Léonetti, released in 2014, was originally titled 'The Reach' before being renamed 'Beyond the Reach'.

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Russell Carpenter was the cinematographer for 'Beyond the Reach'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Russell Carpenter, known for his work on other films, served as the cinematographer for 'Beyond the Reach'.

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The musical score for 'Beyond the Reach' was composed by Stephen Susco.

Answer: False

Explanation: The musical score for 'Beyond the Reach' was composed by Dickon Hinchliffe, not by screenwriter Stephen Susco.

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Furthur Films and Literal Media were the production companies behind 'Beyond the Reach'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Furthur Films and Literal Media are credited as the production companies responsible for 'Beyond the Reach'.

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Who is credited with writing the screenplay for 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: Stephen Susco

Explanation: Stephen Susco is credited with writing the screenplay for the film 'Beyond the Reach'.

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Who composed the musical score for 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: Dickon Hinchliffe

Explanation: The musical score for 'Beyond the Reach' was composed by Dickon Hinchliffe.

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Source Material and Adaptation

The film 'Beyond the Reach' is based on a novel by Stephen Susco.

Answer: False

Explanation: The film 'Beyond the Reach' is based on the novel 'Deathwatch' by Robb White, not on a work by Stephen Susco, who wrote the screenplay.

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The film 'Beyond the Reach' is an original screenplay with no literary source.

Answer: False

Explanation: The film 'Beyond the Reach' is based on the novel 'Deathwatch' by Robb White, and therefore is not an original screenplay with no literary source.

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Which novel serves as the basis for the film 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: Deathwatch by Robb White

Explanation: The film 'Beyond the Reach' is adapted from the 1972 novel 'Deathwatch' written by Robb White.

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Cast and Character Portrayals

Michael Douglas portrayed the character of the young hunting guide, Ben, in 'Beyond the Reach'.

Answer: False

Explanation: Michael Douglas portrayed the wealthy hunter John Madec, while Jeremy Irvine played the role of the young hunting guide, Ben.

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Michael Douglas joined the cast after filming had already been completed.

Answer: False

Explanation: Michael Douglas joined the cast in September 2013, around the time filming commenced, not after it was completed.

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Ronny Cox played the role of the hunting guide Ben.

Answer: False

Explanation: Ronny Cox portrayed Sheriff J. Robb in 'Beyond the Reach'; the role of the hunting guide Ben was played by Jeremy Irvine.

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Michael Douglas and Jeremy Irvine portray the main characters involved in the film's central conflict.

Answer: True

Explanation: Michael Douglas, as John Madec, and Jeremy Irvine, as Ben, portray the central characters engaged in the film's primary conflict.

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Who portrays the young hunting guide, Ben, in the film?

Answer: Jeremy Irvine

Explanation: The role of the young hunting guide, Ben, in 'Beyond the Reach' is portrayed by actor Jeremy Irvine.

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Who played Sheriff J. Robb in 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: Ronny Cox

Explanation: The character of Sheriff J. Robb in 'Beyond the Reach' was portrayed by actor Ronny Cox.

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Narrative and Plot Elements

John Madec intended to hunt a rare desert bighorn sheep during his trip.

Answer: True

Explanation: John Madec's stated intention for the hunting trip was to pursue and hunt a rare desert bighorn sheep.

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Madec destroyed Ben's satellite phone and forced him to strip, leaving him unarmed in the desert.

Answer: True

Explanation: After Ben refused to cover up the prospector's death, Madec destroyed Ben's emergency transponder and forced him to leave the desert naked and unarmed.

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Ben used a hunting knife and his knowledge of the terrain to defeat John Madec.

Answer: False

Explanation: Ben defeated John Madec using a wrist-brace slingshot he found, not a hunting knife. He was left unarmed by Madec.

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Laina, Ben's girlfriend, shot and killed John Madec after he escaped police custody.

Answer: True

Explanation: After escaping police custody, John Madec confronted Ben and Laina. Laina then shot and killed Madec with a firearm that Ben had taught her to use.

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Ben taught Laina how to use the firearm that she later used against Madec.

Answer: True

Explanation: Ben had previously instructed Laina on the use of a firearm, which she later employed to defend herself and Ben by shooting John Madec.

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Ben vowed that the prospector Charlie would receive justice after his death.

Answer: True

Explanation: Upon discovering the death of the prospector Charlie, Ben vowed that Charlie would not die without justice.

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Madec planned to frame Ben for Charlie's murder by claiming Ben had gone mad.

Answer: True

Explanation: Madec intended to frame Ben for Charlie's murder by fabricating a story that Ben had become mentally unstable, shot Charlie, and then wandered off alone.

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John Madec readily showed Ben his permit for hunting the endangered sheep.

Answer: False

Explanation: When Ben inquired about the permit for hunting the endangered sheep, John Madec did not readily show it; instead, he offered Ben a sum of money.

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What endangered animal does John Madec plan to hunt?

Answer: Desert bighorn sheep

Explanation: John Madec's objective during his hunting trip was to hunt an endangered desert bighorn sheep.

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What tragic event occurs involving John Madec and an old prospector?

Answer: Madec accidentally shoots and kills the prospector.

Explanation: During the hunting trip, John Madec accidentally discharges his firearm and fatally shoots an old prospector named Charlie.

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What did John Madec offer Ben in exchange for covering up the prospector's death?

Answer: Financing for college and a high-paying job.

Explanation: John Madec offered Ben financing for his college education, specifically a finance major, and a high-paying job as incentives to cover up the prospector's death.

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After Ben refused his deal, what did Madec do to ensure Ben's compliance?

Answer: He destroyed Ben's emergency transponder and threatened him with a rifle.

Explanation: When Ben refused the deal, Madec destroyed Ben's emergency transponder and threatened him with a rifle, ordering him to disrobe and leave into the desert.

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What items did Ben find among Charlie's belongings to aid his survival?

Answer: A slingshot and marbles.

Explanation: Among Charlie's buried belongings, Ben discovered a wrist-brace slingshot and marbles, which he utilized for survival and defense.

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How did Ben ultimately defeat John Madec in the desert?

Answer: By outsmarting him with the slingshot.

Explanation: Ben ultimately defeated John Madec by employing his resourcefulness and the wrist-brace slingshot he had found to outmaneuver and incapacitate him.

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Release, Distribution, and Reception

The world premiere of 'Beyond the Reach' took place at the Sundance Film Festival in 2014.

Answer: False

Explanation: The world premiere of 'Beyond the Reach' occurred at the 39th Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2014, not at the Sundance Film Festival.

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Lionsgate Films and Roadside Attractions were the distributors for 'Beyond the Reach' in the United States.

Answer: True

Explanation: Lionsgate Films and Roadside Attractions jointly handled the distribution of 'Beyond the Reach' within the United States.

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The film 'Beyond the Reach' was released exclusively in theaters on April 17, 2015.

Answer: False

Explanation: The film 'Beyond the Reach' was released simultaneously in theaters and on-demand on April 17, 2015, not exclusively in theaters.

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The total box office gross for 'Beyond the Reach' exceeded $5 million.

Answer: False

Explanation: The total worldwide box office gross for 'Beyond the Reach' was reported as $1.1 million, which did not exceed $5 million.

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Critics on Rotten Tomatoes generally gave 'Beyond the Reach' positive reviews, with over 60% approval.

Answer: False

Explanation: Critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave 'Beyond the Reach' generally negative reviews, with only 36% approval, falling short of the 60% threshold.

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Metacritic assigned 'Beyond the Reach' a score of 65 out of 100, indicating mixed reviews.

Answer: False

Explanation: Metacritic assigned 'Beyond the Reach' a score of 34 out of 100, which indicates generally unfavorable reviews, not mixed reviews.

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Bill Goodykoontz of The Arizona Republic praised 'Beyond the Reach' as a compelling thriller.

Answer: False

Explanation: Bill Goodykoontz of The Arizona Republic reviewed 'Beyond the Reach' negatively, calling it a 'misfire' and awarding it two out of five stars.

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Tirdad Derakhshani of The Philadelphia Inquirer found the characters in 'Beyond the Reach' to be well-developed.

Answer: False

Explanation: Tirdad Derakhshani of The Philadelphia Inquirer described the characters in 'Beyond the Reach' as 'paper-thin' and gave the film two out of four stars.

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Linda Barnard of the Toronto Star described 'Beyond the Reach' as 'entertaining escapist fun'.

Answer: True

Explanation: Linda Barnard of the Toronto Star gave 'Beyond the Reach' three out of four stars, characterizing it as 'entertaining escapist fun'.

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The Los Angeles Times lauded 'Beyond the Reach' as a gripping and logical thriller.

Answer: False

Explanation: Gary Goldstein of the Los Angeles Times criticized 'Beyond the Reach' as a grueling, unsatisfying thriller that fails the logic test spectacularly.

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Joe Neumaier of the New York Daily News gave 'Beyond the Reach' a high rating, praising its strong narrative.

Answer: False

Explanation: Joe Neumaier of the New York Daily News gave 'Beyond the Reach' a low rating of one out of five stars, criticizing its lack of spine and the director's uncertainty regarding the genre.

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The U.S. distribution rights for the film were acquired for $1.1 million.

Answer: False

Explanation: The U.S. distribution rights for 'Beyond the Reach' were acquired for $2.2 million, not $1.1 million.

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The film 'Beyond the Reach' is classified as a comedy-drama.

Answer: False

Explanation: The film 'Beyond the Reach' is classified as an American thriller, not a comedy-drama.

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Where did 'Beyond the Reach' have its world premiere?

Answer: 39th Toronto International Film Festival

Explanation: The world premiere of 'Beyond the Reach' took place at the 39th Toronto International Film Festival on September 6, 2014.

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What was the release strategy for 'Beyond the Reach' in the US?

Answer: Simultaneous release in theaters and on-demand.

Explanation: In the United States, 'Beyond the Reach' was released simultaneously in theaters and on-demand platforms.

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What is the reported running time of the film 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: 91 minutes

Explanation: The film 'Beyond the Reach' has a reported running time of 91 minutes.

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How did 'Beyond the Reach' perform commercially at the box office?

Answer: It grossed a total of $1.1 million.

Explanation: Commercially, 'Beyond the Reach' performed modestly, grossing a total of $1.1 million worldwide at the box office.

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What was the critical consensus for 'Beyond the Reach' on Rotten Tomatoes?

Answer: Promises genre pleasures but delivers a misguided story.

Explanation: The critical consensus on Rotten Tomatoes for 'Beyond the Reach' stated that the film promises genre pleasures but ultimately delivers a misguided story.

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What does the Metacritic score of 34/100 for 'Beyond the Reach' signify?

Answer: Generally unfavorable reviews.

Explanation: A Metacritic score of 34 out of 100 signifies that 'Beyond the Reach' received generally unfavorable reviews from critics.

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Which publication described 'Beyond the Reach' as a 'misfire'?

Answer: The Arizona Republic

Explanation: Bill Goodykoontz, writing for The Arizona Republic, described 'Beyond the Reach' as a 'misfire' in his review.

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According to The Washington Post, what was a key failing of 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: The film collapses into clichés in the final act.

Explanation: According to Michael O'Sullivan of The Washington Post, a key failing of 'Beyond the Reach' was that the film collapses into clichés during its final act.

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What positive aspect did the Toronto Star note about 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: Michael Douglas was in his element and the film was escapist fun.

Explanation: The Toronto Star noted that Michael Douglas was in his element and described the film as 'entertaining escapist fun'.

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What was the acquisition price for the U.S. distribution rights of 'Beyond the Reach'?

Answer: $2.2 million

Explanation: The U.S. distribution rights for 'Beyond the Reach' were acquired for $2.2 million.

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Technical and Thematic Details

Filming for 'Beyond the Reach' took place in Los Angeles and Santa Fe.

Answer: False

Explanation: Filming for 'Beyond the Reach' occurred in Farmington and Shiprock, New Mexico, not in Los Angeles or Santa Fe.

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John Madec drove a standard Mercedes-Benz sedan during the initial hunting trip.

Answer: False

Explanation: John Madec drove a high-end, all-terrain Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6 vehicle, not a standard sedan, at the beginning of the film.

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The title 'Beyond the Reach' might refer to the remote location or the moral boundaries crossed by characters.

Answer: True

Explanation: The title 'Beyond the Reach' can be interpreted as referring to the film's extreme desert setting or the transgression of moral boundaries by the characters.

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In which New Mexico locations was 'Beyond the Reach' filmed?

Answer: Farmington and Shiprock

Explanation: 'Beyond the Reach' was filmed in the New Mexico locations of Farmington and Shiprock.

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What luxury vehicle did John Madec drive at the start of the film?

Answer: Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6

Explanation: At the beginning of the film, John Madec drives a high-end, all-terrain Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6x6.

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What does the film's title, 'Beyond the Reach', potentially symbolize within the plot?

Answer: The extreme location and the moral boundaries crossed by characters.

Explanation: The title 'Beyond the Reach' may symbolize the film's remote desert setting or the characters' transgression of ethical and moral boundaries.

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