Intersect (2020): Cast & Ratings
Intersect is a 2020 sci-fi thriller directed by Gus Holwerda, starring Jose Rosete as Abner Rosen, Lawrence Krauss and James Morrison. It runs 1 hour 59 minutes and was made on a reported $100,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 20/100.
- Echo Score
- 20
- budget
- $100K
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 59m (119 min)
- Director
- Gus Holwerda
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Black Chalk
- Budget
- $100K
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Intersect About?
The premise of Intersect without spoilers.
A team of young scientists at Miskatonic University successfully creates a time machine, but their discovery draws the attention of powerful, unseen forces from another dimension. They soon realize they've been manipulated and must confront the dangers unleashed by their invention to protect their world from interference.
Intersect Cast & Characters
Jose Rosete leads the cast as Abner Rosen, with Lawrence Krauss as Professor and James Morrison as Bill Marshall. Directed by Gus Holwerda; 20 actors are credited in all.
- Director Gus Holwerda
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Jose Rosete as Abner Rosen -
Lawrence Krauss as Professor - James Morrison as Bill Marshall
- Richard Dawkins as Q42 / Computer
Also Starring in Intersect
· 16 more- Jason Spisak Ryan Winrich
- Mike Lawler Dean Foster
- Slade Hall Larry Fincher
- Leeann Dearing Caitlin Webb
- Garrett Boyd Geoffrey
- Joe DiGiovanni Bully
- Abe Ruthless Nate Beaumont
- Kelcey Bligh Young Caitlin
- Ryan Adelson Young Nate
- Dartagnan Driscoll Young Ryan
- Jacob Lacy Young Abner
- Michaela Dean Emma
- J. Benton Onlooker
- Frank Aaron Detective
- Kate Kugler Claudia
- Randy Messersmith Dr. Matheson
Intersect Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 20/100, strongest in sensory experience (35) and weakest in rewatch factor (15).
Intersect Echo Score Breakdown
Intersect suffers from a pervasive lack of cohesion across its core components, resulting in a largely unsatisfying viewing experience. The direction and production values feel cheap, the narrative is confusing and sluggish, and performances are uneven, with only occasional moments of competence. Technical elements such as visual effects and sound design provide brief highlights but do not compensate for the broader shortcomings. Consequently, the film offers little incentive for repeat viewings.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 25
Artistic execution in Intersect is undermined by low-budget production choices and inconsistent visual craftsmanship. Direction offers little stylistic nuance, while cinematography suffers from messy color correction and over‑reliance on extreme close‑ups. Editing contributes to a sluggish rhythm and excessive scene length. Although a few CGI sequences function adequately, the overall visual design feels unfinished, limiting the film’s artistic credibility.
- Character & Emotion 30
Character work in the film is marked by uneven performances and limited emotional depth. Some younger actors deliver competent portrayals, yet several adult roles descend into over‑acting and stiff delivery, hindering audience connection. Dialogue often feels expository rather than organic, and the backward storytelling obscures character motivations. As a result, the ensemble fails to generate lasting empathy or investment.
- Story & Flow 20
The narrative structure of Intersect is fragmented and overly convoluted, diminishing overall engagement. Pacing remains uniformly slow, with prolonged scenes that add little substantive progression. The reverse chronology complicates comprehension rather than enhancing intrigue, and key plot points are introduced too late to sustain interest. Consequently, the story feels more a collection of confusing ideas than a cohesive cinematic experience.
- Sensory Experience 35
Sensory elements provide occasional moments of competence amid generally weak execution. The soundtrack and ambient sound are serviceable, yet dubbing quality detracts from immersion. Visual effects, such as portal sequences, achieve a modest level of polish, but creature designs and reused CGI appear dated and jarring. Overall, the audiovisual presentation lacks consistency, limiting its ability to enhance the film’s atmosphere.
- Rewatch Factor 15
Replay value is minimal due to pervasive narrative confusion and uneven execution. While a handful of viewers note occasional intrigue in the film’s concept, the overall experience is dominated by sluggish pacing, incomprehensible plot twists, and uneven performances. These factors diminish the desire for a second viewing, leaving the film with little lasting appeal.
Cars in Intersect
3 cars on screen, including the 2007 Suzuki XL7 and the unknown.
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2007 Suzuki XL7 Important role -
unknown Minor role -
1995 Volvo 960 Background role
Intersect Also Known As
2 alternative titles: “Пересечение” and “交集”.
- Also known as
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- Пересечение
- 交集
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Intersect FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Intersect, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Intersect?
Intersect runs 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).
When was Intersect released?
Intersect was released on February 12, 2020.
Who directed Intersect?
Intersect was directed by Gus Holwerda.
More films by Gus Holwerda Who is in the cast of Intersect?
Intersect stars Jose Rosete as Abner Rosen, Lawrence Krauss as Professor and James Morrison as Bill Marshall, among 20 credited actors.
What was the budget of Intersect?
Intersect had a reported budget of $100,000.
Does Intersect have a post-credit scene?
No. Intersect has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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