The movie Dark City, from 1998, is a fascinating tale of a man grappling with his forgotten memories in a nightmarish world. Leaning into the realms of fantasy and mystery, it was brought to life by director Alex Proyas and features Rufus Sewell, William Hurt, and Kiefer Sutherland in key roles. This article aims to give you insights into where this film was shot, the parts played by the actors, and some lesser-known and intriguing facts about it.
Where it Filmed?
Dark City was filmed in various locations around Sydney, in New South Wales, Australia. Some of the filming sites include the Museum Underground Station situated in Hyde Park, The Rocks, Hickson Road in Millers Point, and the Commemorative Pavilion at the Sydney Showgrounds in Moore Park. Apart from these specifics, general locations across Sydney also served as the backdrop for several scenes in the movie.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rufus Sewell | John Murdoch |
| William Hurt | Inspector Frank Bumstead |
| Kiefer Sutherland | Dr Daniel Schreber |
| Jennifer Connelly | Emma Murdoch |
| Richard O’Brien | Mr Hand |
| Ian Richardson | Mr Book |
| Bruce Spence | Mr Wall |
| Colin Friels | Walenski |
| John Bluthal | Karl Harris |
| Mitchell Butel | Husselbeck |
| Melissa George | May |
| Frank Gallacher | Stromboli |
| Ritchie Singer | Hotel Manager / Vendor |
| Justin Monjo | Taxi Driver |
| Nicholas Bell | Mr Rain |
| Satya Gumbert | Mr Sleep |
| Noah Gumbert | Mr Sleep Filming Double |
| Frederick Miragliotta | Mr Quick |
| Peter Sommerfeld | Stranger |
| Timothy Jones | Stranger |
| Jeanette Cronin | Stranger |
| Paul Livingston | Assistant Stranger |
| Michael Lake | Assistant Stranger |
| David Wenham | Schreber’s Assistant |
| Alan Cinis | Automat Cop |
| Bill Highfield | Automat Cop |
| Terry Bader | Mr Goodwin |
| Maureen O’Shaughnessy | Kate Walenski |
| Doug Scroope | Desk Sergeant |
| Cinzia Coassin | Waitress |
| Tyson McCarthy | Murdoch – age 10 |
| Luke Styles | Murdoch – teenager |
| Anthony Kierann | Murdoch’s Dad |
| Laura Keneally | Murdoch’s Mum |
| Natalie Bollard | Naked Woman |
| Eliot Paton | Matthew Goodwin |
| Naomi van der Velden | Jane Goodwin |
| Peter Callan | Taxi Driver |
| Mark Hedges | Emma’s Lover |
| Darren Gilshenan | Fingerprint Cop |
| Ray Rizzo | Policeman |
| Bill Rutherford | Police Officer |
| Marin Mimica | Hotel Lobby Cop |
| Anthony Pace | Young Karl Harris |
| Tony Mosley | Four Piece Band Member |
| Stanley Steer | Four Piece Band Member |
| Greg Tell | Four Piece Band Member |
| William Upjohn | Forensics Cop |
| Wilma Kaddissi | Extra (uncredited) |
| Anita Kelsey | Emma Murdoch (uncredited) |
| Tina Kobas | Sleeper (uncredited) |
| Marcus Proctor | Imprinted Alien (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The feature length of the film is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
- The film was released in Canada on the 27th of February, 1998.
- It won 12 awards and received nominations for another 19.
- It was well-received, with 768 user reviews and 185 critic reviews.
- Rufus Sewell played the character of John Murdoch.
- William Hurt essayed the role of Inspector Frank Bumstead.
- Kiefer Sutherland was featured as Dr. Daniel Schreber.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Museum Underground Station, Hyde Park, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Latitude: -33.8731383
- Longitude: 151.2112757
- Place ID: ChIJDflB7BWuEmsRYPbx-Wh9AQ8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hyde Park, Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
- Location Name: The Rocks, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Latitude: -33.859062
- Longitude: 151.2080421
- Place ID: ChIJs49dtkKuEmsRYM0yFmh9AQU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: The Rocks NSW 2000, Australia
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
- Location Name: Hickson Road, Millers Point, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Latitude: -33.8602237
- Longitude: 151.2026638
- Place ID: Ei1IaWNrc29uIFJkLCBNaWxsZXJzIFBvaW50IE5TVyAyMDAwLCBBdXN0cmFsaWEiLiosChQKEglLd8A9Q64SaxHNWLQxheA83xIUChIJe3b-M1yuEmsRIMEyFmh9AQU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hickson Rd, Millers Point NSW 2000, Australia
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
- Location Name: Commemorative Pavilion, Sydney Showgrounds, Moore Park, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Latitude: -33.8942377
- Longitude: 151.2292809
- Place ID: ChIJ3WW_3wGuEmsRaXnwVwD-JAQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Moore Park NSW NSW 2021, Australia
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
- Location Name: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- Latitude: -33.8688197
- Longitude: 151.2092955
- Place ID: ChIJP3Sa8ziYEmsRUKgyFmh9AQM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sydney NSW, Australia
- Timezone: Australia/Sydney
