Synopsis
The Fountain is a decade-spanning tale about a man's struggle to save his dying wife. The film explores three parallel narratives: a conquistador's quest for the Tree of Life, a scientist racing to find a medical breakthrough, and a space traveler journeying to a dying star.
Did You Know?
- Brad Pitt and Cate Blanchett were initially cast as the leads.
- Director Darren Aronofsky co-wrote the graphic novel adaptation.
- The film is divided into three different time periods.
- The movie's budget was around $35 million.
- Hugh Jackman replaced Brad Pitt after he left over creative differences.
Iconic Quotes
- Death is the road to awe.
- Finish it... Finish it... Finish it...
- I'm not afraid anymore. I'm going to die.
- All these years, all these memories, there was you. You pull me through time.
- I'm going to die. And I'm ready. But I'm going to take you with me.
