Instinct, a Drama and Thriller movie released in 1999, was directed by Jon Turteltaub. The film features a renowned anthropologist, Dr. Ethan Powell, played by Anthony Hopkins, who left society to live in the jungle. Alongside him, actors like Cuba Gooding Jr. as young psychiatrist Theo Caulder and Donald Sutherland as Ben Hillard also played significant roles. We will delve into where and when these scenes got filmed and some intriguing facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of Instinct took place at various locations. Some scenes were shot in the dense Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda. Portions were also filmed in Jamaica, Orlando, Florida, at Saint Leo University – 33701 State Road 52, Saint Leo, Florida, USA and at Barwick Studios – 4585 Electronics Place, Los Angeles, California, USA. The filming occurred from January 26, 1998 through August 8, 1998.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Anthony Hopkins | Ethan Powell |
| Cuba Gooding Jr. | Theo Caulder |
| Donald Sutherland | Ben Hillard |
| Maura Tierney | Lynn Powell |
| George Dzundza | Dr. John Murray |
| John Ashton | Guard Dacks |
| John Aylward | Warden Keefer |
| Thomas Q. Morris | Pete |
| Doug Spinuzza | Nicko |
| Paul Bates | Bluto |
| Rex Linn | Guard Alan |
| Rod McLachlan | Guard Anderson |
| Kurt Smildsin | Guard #1 |
| Jim R. Coleman | Guard #2 |
| Tracey Ellis | Annie |
| Kim Ingram | Lester Rodman |
| Paul Collins | Tom Hanley |
| Marc Macaulay | Foley |
| Jim Grimshaw | Boaz |
| Gary Bristow | Federal Marshal |
| Rus Blackwell | Government Aides |
| Bruce Borgan | Government Aides |
| Louanne Stephens | Marjorie Powell |
| Ajgie Kirkland | Captain Kagona |
| Chike Kani Omo | David |
| Christopher John Harris | William |
| Ivonne Coll | Dr. Marzuez |
| Pat McNamara | Dr. Josephson |
| Vivienne Sendaydiego | Catherine |
| Roger Floyd | Gilbert |
| Tim Goodwin | Helmet Man |
| Kevin Michael Moore | Prisoners |
| Alex Kalognomos | Prisoners |
| Jimmy Dipisa | Prisoners |
| Manwell Hendrix | Prisoners |
| Kevin McNally | Prisoners |
| Joe Tacke | Prisoners |
| Bertram Wallace | Prisoners |
| John Travis | Bartender Mike |
| Dave Anthony | Gorilla Performers |
| John Munro Cameron | Gorilla Performers |
| Jay Caputo | Gorilla Performers |
| Garon Michael | Gorilla Performers |
| Misty Rosas | Gorilla Performers |
| David St. Pierre | Gorilla Performers |
| Verne Troyer | Gorilla Performers |
| M.J. D’Bella | Nurse |
| Tory Kittles | Prisoner |
| Brian Ashley | Prisoner (uncredited) |
| Quintin Bennett | Student Doctor (uncredited) |
| Ray Buffer | Prison Guard (uncredited) |
| Joy Christino | Airline Passenger / Hospital Visitor (uncredited) |
| Thomas Joe Craig | Doctor (uncredited) |
| Jon Freda | Cameraman (uncredited) |
| Anthony L. Fuller Jr. | Guard (uncredited) |
| Jeff Greer | Prison Guard (uncredited) |
| Linda Harmon | Singer (uncredited) |
| Victor Iemolo | Prisoners (uncredited) |
| Ashida Kim | Convict (uncredited) |
| Don Langley | Prisoner (uncredited) |
| Kevin McGuire | Prisoner (uncredited) |
| Daniel Tomeu | Student (uncredited) |
| Tyrone C. Wiggins | Soldier (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film centers around the character of a distinguished anthropologist, Dr. Ethan Powell, who abandons society to live in the wild.
- Famous actors Anthony Hopkins, Cuba Gooding Jr., and Donald Sutherland portray relevant roles in the movie.
- The movie earned 1 award and received 2 nominations.
- Filming took place in various locations, including Uganda, Jamaica, Florida, and California.
- The filming spanned from the beginning of the year until late summer of 1998.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
- Latitude: -1.0521495
- Longitude: 29.6201006
- Place ID: ChIJWdjD2lid3hkR-sFakE0EL5c
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
- Timezone: Africa/Kampala
- Location Name: Jamaica
- Latitude: 18.109581
- Longitude: -77.297508
- Place ID: ChIJnXHPxhsq2o4R-g4StcDRoFk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Jamaica
- Timezone: America/Jamaica
- Location Name: Orlando, Florida, USA
- Latitude: 28.5383832
- Longitude: -81.3789269
- Place ID: ChIJd7zN_thz54gRnr-lPAaywwo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Orlando, FL, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Saint Leo Univeristy – 33701 State Road 52, Saint Leo, Florida, USA
- Latitude: 28.3383111
- Longitude: -82.25728579999999
- Place ID: ChIJZ-SRRvWswogRJKQbibiTQgM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 33701 County Road 52, St Leo, FL 33574, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
