Southland Tales 2007
"Have a nice apocalypse."
Richard Kelly's mind-bending *Southland Tales (2007)* plunges viewers into a feverish, near-future Los Angeles on the 4th of July 2008, a city teetering on the edge of chaos.
Director: Richard Kelly
Cast
Dwayne Johnson
Boxer Santaros / Jericho Cane
Seann William Scott
Roland Taverner / Ronald Taverner
Sarah Michelle Gellar
Krysta Kapowski / Krysta Now
Mandy Moore
Madeline Frost-Santaros
Justin Timberlake
Private Pilot Abilene
Miranda Richardson
Nana Mae Frost
Wallace Shawn
Baron Von Westphalen
Bai Ling
Serpentine
Nora Dunn
Cyndi Pinziki
John Larroquette
Vaughn Smallhouse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southland Tales (2007) about?
*Southland Tales* unfolds in a crumbling Los Angeles on the brink of societal collapse, where a trio of strangers—an amnesiac action star, a fame-hungry adult film icon, and a cop with a hidden agenda—find their destinies tangled in a web of conspiracy, media manipulation, and impending disaster.
Who directed Southland Tales?
Richard Kelly, the visionary filmmaker behind *Donnie Darko*, directed *Southland Tales*.
Who stars in Southland Tales?
The film features an all-star ensemble led by Dwayne Johnson, Seann William Scott, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Mandy Moore, Justin Timberlake, and Miranda Richardson.
Is Southland Tales (2007) worth watching?
*Southland Tales* is a polarizing but unforgettable experience—think *Mad Max* meets *Network* with a dash of *The Big Lebowski*. It's a feast for fans of bold, offbeat sci-fi, though its chaotic tone may frustrate those seeking straightforward storytelling.
How long is Southland Tales?
The film runs for 145 minutes.
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About Southland Tales (2007) — A Cult Sci-Fi Apocalypse You Can't Unsee
Richard Kelly's mind-bending *Southland Tales (2007)* plunges viewers into a feverish, near-future Los Angeles on the 4th of July 2008, a city teetering on the edge of chaos. Blending sci-fi thrills with dark comedy and explosive social satire, the film follows three intertwined lives: Boxer Santaros, a washed-up action star battling amnesia; Krysta Now, an adult film icon crafting her own twisted reality TV empire; and Ronald Taverner, a cop whose mundane beat hides explosive secrets. Their stories collide in a world where economic collapse, environmental ruin, and government conspiracies collide into a surreal, apocalyptic stew.
Visually audacious and packed with sharp wit, *Southland Tales* is a high-concept rollercoaster that critiques fame, power, and media manipulation. With its neon-soaked visuals and labyrinthine plot, Kelly crafts a cult-classic experience that feels as chaotic as it does compelling—a film that demands repeat viewings to unravel its dizzying layers.
