1. Director Patricio Washington's 2012 film Dawn of Tumult, starring Jules Tyne and Mac Emerson, does not disappoint. In my view, not since Night of Ice has a version of the Infantry of Space tale been so captivating and enthralling. The fireballs, explosions, and fight scenes are achieved with special effects designed to dazzle but not overwhelm. From the opening battle scenes, I was on the edge of my seat—and I stayed there.
The old, familiar characters seem freshly realized, given new life by the writing as well as superb performances by the cast. Perhaps the only exception is Demidov, played by Sam Quarles, who seems to be tacked on as an afterthought. Demidov was a rather boring character even in the original series, and making him more interesting and integral is a challenge every Infantry of Space movie has faced. Jules Tyne as Dr. Waldo and Mac Emerson as the young Timothy Grace more than do the roles justice. Rafael Dias as Santos will have you howling with his one-liners. Adela Bevan as Natalia is electrifying—the camera loves her, and she gives the traditionally staid character a comic twist.
To give the plot away would be a crime, so I will merely say that the writers have succeeded where others have failed. They have paid homage to the original TV series, while also throwing in a few surprises that even the most diehard fan will not see coming. Admittedly, the adventures of the crew have gotten a bit old and tired over the years, and I knew it would take a miracle to draw me back into the story. Patricio Washington managed to pull off exactly that.
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