National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes 2017
"In 2008, as the Large Hadron Collider searches for the Higgs boson, tragedy throws two sisters together. The collision threatens them all with chaos."
Set against the backdrop of the Large Hadron Collider's historic 2008 activation, *National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes (2017)* weaves a drama of scientific ambition and familial fracture.
Director: Rufus Norris
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes (2017) about?
The film follows Alice, a physicist on the verge of a groundbreaking discovery at the Large Hadron Collider, and her sister Jenny, whose life takes a tragic turn. When the sisters reunite, their collision of worlds unleashes chaos neither expected, forcing them to confront the unpredictable consequences of ambition and loss.
Who directed National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes?
Rufus Norris, known for his bold and evocative stage work, directs this cinematic adaptation of Lucy Kirkwood's play.
Who stars in National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes?
The film features standout performances from Olivia Colman, Olivia Williams, Joseph Quinn, Paul Hilton, and Sofia Barclay.
Is National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes (2017) worth watching?
With its sharp script and powerhouse cast, *Mosquitoes* offers a cerebral yet emotionally charged experience. While it leans into drama rather than action, its themes of sisterhood and scientific discovery make it a compelling watch for fans of character-driven stories.
How long is National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes?
The film runs for 160 minutes.
About National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes (2017) — A Drama of Science and Sisterhood Reimagined for the Screen
Set against the backdrop of the Large Hadron Collider's historic 2008 activation, *National Theatre Live: Mosquitoes (2017)* weaves a drama of scientific ambition and familial fracture. Olivia Colman and Olivia Williams deliver powerhouse performances as Alice, a Geneva-based physicist on the cusp of uncovering the Higgs boson, and Jenny, her small-town sister whose life spirals into turmoil with a single tragedy. As chaos erupts, the sisters' reunion exposes the fragile boundaries between intellect and emotion, science and chaos. Directed by Rufus Norris with a sharp, cerebral edge, this stage-to-screen adaptation blends intellectual rigor with raw human vulnerability.
The film's atmospheric tension mirrors the collider's own experiments—particles colliding, lives fragmenting—while Lucy Kirkwood's sharp script probes the personal costs of discovery. With a runtime of 160 minutes, *Mosquitoes* invites viewers into a world where breakthroughs and heartbreak are equally unpredictable, leaving audiences to question how much control any of us truly have over our destinies.