Nearly a decade later, Terrence Malick's ambitious cosmic exploration remains a landmark moment in experimental cinema that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
The Verdict
Voyage of Time represents Terrence Malick at his most ambitious, delivering a breathtaking exploration of the universe’s grandeur through stunning visuals and poetic narration. The dual-format release—40 minutes for IMAX and 90 minutes for traditional theaters—offers audiences two distinct ways to experience this cosmic masterpiece, with Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett providing distinctive narrative perspectives.
To be honest, I never really thought this day would come. Voyage of Time is a film that Terrence Malick aficionados have become overly familiar with over the years, but one that little promise that it might actually ever be released. The documentary, which is a celebration of life and covers the grand history of the cosmos, picked up considerable steam while Malick was putting together his masterpiece The Tree of Life, and now here we are, with a genuine Voyage of Time trailer right in front of us.
The picture is finally complete and set for release in theaters on October 7th, and it looks absolutely glorious. Brad Pitt narrates this trailer (as well as the film), and the imagery on display is heavenly—one can only imagine what it’ll look like in full IMAX glory. And can we just take a moment to praise the fact that this isn’t in 3D and thus won’t suffer from darkening or dulling the image whatsoever?
In true Malick fashion, the release of Voyage of Time is not so simple. It’ll be available in two very different formats. Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience is a 40-minute, massive-screen adventure narrated by Pitt which “immerses audiences directly into the story of the universe and life itself.” That film will be shown exclusively in IMAX theaters, but if you want to also see the longer version, Voyage of Time: Life’s Journey runs 90-minutes in length, is narrated by Cate Blanchett, and “takes audiences on a poetic and provocative ride full of open questions.” That iteration of the film will be shown in traditional theaters.
Me? I’ll be seeing both versions at least once. For now, behold the Voyage of Timetrailer below :
https://youtu.be/hPS41tDyoZ4
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Voyage of Time Terrence Malick about?
Voyage of Time is a documentary that celebrates life and explores the grand history of the cosmos. Directed by Terrence Malick, it takes audiences on a poetic journey through the universe, combining stunning visuals with philosophical narration to examine humanity’s place in the vast cosmos.
How long is Voyage of Time and which version should I watch?
The film exists in two formats: Voyage of Time: The IMAX Experience runs 40 minutes and is exclusive to IMAX theaters, while Voyage of Time: Life’s Journey is a 90-minute version for regular cinema. The IMAX version is narrated by Brad Pitt, whereas the longer cut features Cate Blanchett’s narration.
When was Voyage of Time released in theaters?
Voyage of Time was released on October 7th, 2016. After years of development alongside Malick’s work on The Tree of Life, the film finally reached audiences in dual formats, with the IMAX Experience premiering first for those seeking the full visual spectacle.
Who narrates Voyage of Time?
The film features two different narrators depending on which version you watch. Brad Pitt provides narration for the 40-minute IMAX Experience, while the 90-minute Life’s Journey version features Cate Blanchett’s narration, offering distinct perspectives on the universe’s story.
Is Voyage of Time available in 3D format?
No, Voyage of Time is not released in 3D format. The filmmakers deliberately avoided 3D conversion to preserve the image quality and visual clarity of the stunning cinematography, ensuring audiences experience the cosmos in its full, undulled glory.
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