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A relentless, tense chase that feels like a nightmare, blending sci-fi action with horror and a touch of romance.
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Edge of Tomorrow
A clever, propulsive sci-fi action ride that turns repetition into suspense, with wit and unexpected heart amid the chaos.
About 2014 film directed by Doug Liman
Genres science fiction, military science fiction, dystopian, science fiction action
Directed by Doug Liman
Written by Christopher McQuarrie, Jez Butterworth, Joby Harold, John-Henry Butterworth
Starring François Hollande, Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt, Bill Paxton, Brendan Gleeson, Jeremy Piven, Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Noah Taylor
Music Christophe Beck
Runtime 113 min
Country United States
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