Dark Matter (2008): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Dark Matter is a 2008 drama directed by Shi-Zheng Chen. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $69,379 worldwide. Critics gave it 49 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Director
- Shi-Zheng Chen
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- First Independent Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Dark Matter About?
The premise of Dark Matter without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Driven by ambition and idealism, Chinese science student Liu Xing pursues a PhD in America during the early 1990s. As he immerses himself in his dark matter research, he confronts the challenges of academic politics and cultural isolation. His journey explores the complexities of pursuing a dream while navigating the expectations of family and colleagues, ultimately leading him on an unexpected path.
Dark Matter Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- student
- origins of the universe
- nobel prize
- cosmology
- professor
- universe
- theory
- university
- flower petal
- revenge
- envy
- depression
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- foreign language
- competition
- reality versus fantasy
- truth
- cross cultural
- water fountain
- simulation
- precision
- chinese academy of sciences
- sunglasses
- laundry
- computer model
- academic advisor
- reference to jesus christ
- christian
- magazine article
- elevator
- clothing store
- worrying
- cheerleader
- transparency slide
- black hole
- no beginning no end
- american dream
- subtitled scene
- explosion
- fire
- wood
- water
- metal
- earth
- soaking feet
- superstring theory
- blowing smoke out a window
- song
- singing
- singer
- experiment
The Director of Dark Matter
Directed by Shi-Zheng Chen.
- Director Shi-Zheng Chen
Dark Matter Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Dark Matter 49 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 49 Metascore
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TMDB 55% User score
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Dark Matter Plot Summary
What happens in Dark Matter from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Loosely inspired by the true story of Gang Lu, a Chinese physics student, this film presents a compelling narrative with significant differences in its plot and character motivations. The story follows Liu Xing, portrayed by Liu Ye, a humble yet exceptionally talented Chinese student who makes his way to Valley State University. Here, he faces the challenges of adapting to American life, but he finds a mentor in Joanna Silver, played by Meryl Streep, a wealthy benefactor of the university who takes a special interest in his journey.
Full summary
The whole story of Dark Matter, scene by scene
Dark Matter Box Office
Dark Matter grossed $69,379 worldwide. $30,591 came from the US and Canada and $38,788 (56%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$69.4K
- US & Canada
- $30.6K
- International
- $38.8K
How Well Do You Know Dark Matter?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who is the protagonist of 'Dark Matter'?
Cars in Dark Matter
5 cars on screen, including the 1992 Jaguar XJS XJ27 and the 1995 BMW 7 E38.
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1992 Jaguar XJS XJ27 Important role -
1995 BMW 7 E38 Minor role -
1973 Dodge Charger Minor role -
1997 Chevrolet Malibu Background role
Dark Matter Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “Fúria pela Honra” and “Temná hmota”.
- Also known as
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- Fúria pela Honra
- Temná hmota
- Materia oscura
- חומר למחשבה
- 暗物质
- Sötét anyag
- Ciemna materia
- Темная история
- Temna snov
- Dark Matter, un assumpte molt fosc
- 鹽湖城校園事件
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Dark Matter FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Dark Matter, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Dark Matter?
Dark Matter runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was Dark Matter released?
Dark Matter was released on April 11, 2008.
Who directed Dark Matter?
Dark Matter was directed by Shi-Zheng Chen.
How much did Dark Matter make at the box office?
Dark Matter grossed $69,379 worldwide ($30,591 domestic, $38,788 international).
How is Dark Matter rated?
Dark Matter has 49 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.
Does Dark Matter have a post-credit scene?
No. Dark Matter has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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