Ghosts of Mars is a 2001 movie with an exciting mix of action and horror. It tells the story of a Martian police unit that goes to remote mining post to capture a dangerous criminal, only to find horrors beyond imagination. The film was directed by John Carpenter, featuring Natasha Henstridge, Ice Cube, and Jason Statham in the main roles.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting of Ghosts of Mars occurred at different locations in New Mexico, USA, including Zia Pueblo, Rio Rancho, White Mesa, and San Ysidro. The filming took place from the 8th of August to the 31st of October in the year 2000.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Natasha Henstridge | Lieutenant Melanie Ballard |
| Ice Cube | Desolation Williams |
| Jason Statham | Sgt Jericho Butler |
| Clea DuVall | Bashira Kincaid |
| Pam Grier | Commander Helena Braddock |
| Joanna Cassidy | Whitlock |
| Richard Cetrone | Big Daddy Mars |
| Rosemary Forsyth | Inquisitor |
| Liam Waite | Michael Descanso |
| Duane Davis | Uno |
| Lobo Sebastian | Dos |
| Rodney A. Grant | Tres |
| Peter Jason | McSimms |
| Wanda De Jesus | Akooshay |
| Doug McGrath | Benchley |
| Rick Edelstein | Zimmerman |
| Robert Carradine | Rodale |
| Michael Krawic | Man in the Rover |
| Eileen Weisinger | Woman Warrior |
| Rex Linn | Yared |
| Matt Nolan | Miner |
| Marjean Holden | Young Woman |
| Charlotte Cornwell | Narrator (voice) |
| Richard Barela | Miner (uncredited) |
| Danielle Burgio | Local Lady Cop (uncredited) |
| Damon Caro | Shape-Male Intern (uncredited) |
| Marty Cuny | Miner / Warrior (uncredited) |
| Dave Duran | Warrior (uncredited) |
| Albert Fry Jr. | Miner / Warrior (uncredited) |
| James W. Gruessing Jr. | Miner (uncredited) |
| Harry Jay Knowles | Head on a Stake (uncredited) |
| Eric Martinez | Miner (uncredited) |
| Louie Martinez | Miner (uncredited) |
| Lena Milan | Hand-Double (uncredited) |
| Christopher Allen Nelson | Demon Miner (uncredited) |
| Chad Randall | Big Warrior (uncredited) |
| Chance Romero | Miner / Warrior (uncredited) |
| J. Nathan Simmons | Miner (uncredited) |
| Anthony M. Trujillo | Miner (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Ghosts of Mars was directed by John Carpenter and was co-written by him and Larry Sulkis.
- The movie featured Natasha Henstridge as Lieutenant Melanie Ballard, Ice Cube as Desolation Williams, and Jason Statham as Sgt Jericho Butler.
- There were other notable performers in the movie, which included Clea DuVall, Pam Grier, Joanna Cassidy, and others.
- The film received two award nominations.
- The film’s duration is 1 hour and 38 minutes.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Zia Pueblo, New Mexico, USA
- Latitude: 35.5069758
- Longitude: -106.720311
- Place ID: ChIJNQJsDwCGIocR1obsmDO-cyU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Zia Pueblo, NM 87053, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: New Mexico, USA
- Latitude: 34.9727305
- Longitude: -105.0323635
- Place ID: ChIJqVKY50NQGIcRup41Yxpuv0Y
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New Mexico, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Rio Rancho, New Mexico, USA
- Latitude: 35.2327544
- Longitude: -106.6630437
- Place ID: ChIJ3S4w_T1lIocRKTJ8_AXuQaw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Rio Rancho, NM, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: White Mesa, San Ysidro, New Mexico, USA
- Latitude: 35.5301266
- Longitude: -106.7942507
- Place ID: ChIJjRasBZWOIocR1iTO4WW6njU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: White Mesa Rd, New Mexico 87053, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: San Ysidro, New Mexico, USA
- Latitude: 35.563363
- Longitude: -106.7705907
- Place ID: ChIJDSz8YFKOIocR3YaIlJAmeSY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: San Ysidro, NM 87053, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
