The Island
What is the Island?
This is the name of the mythical paradise that residents dream of going to.
What is the nursery?
This is the name of the futuristic room that brings any thought or scenario to life.
Who is Will Smith?
He plays Detective Del Spooner in the 2004 film.
What is high-contrast lighting?
This technique is used to make the sterile, controlled environment of the compound feel cold and emotionless.
What is "I want to live!"?
his is the phrase Lincoln says after discovering the truth about his purpose.
Who is Lincoln Six Echo?
This character becomes suspicious about the truth behind the Island and begins asking questions.
What is let the lions kill them?
The children lure their parents into the nursery and do this
Who is Sonny?
This robot is accused of murder in the movie.
What is a close-up shot?
This is often used to emphasize the characters’ emotions, especially during moments of realization.
What is "It’s not about the body, it’s about the life you give them"?
his line is said by Dr. Merrick to justify the cloning process to Lincoln.
What is organ harvesting?
The clones discover they are actually being used for this disturbing purpose.
Who are Peter and Wendy?
These are the names of the two children.
Who is Dr. Alfred Lanning?
This scientist’s death sparks the investigation in the film.
What is the meaning of life or existence?
This futuristic concept is challenged as the characters realize they are merely products, not individuals.
What is "You can’t just play God!"?
Lincoln says this during a heated moment with Dr. Merrick, confronting him about the truth.
What are white jumpsuits?
The residents wear these to distinguish their roles and identities.
What is discipline or authority?
The parents struggle with this, causing them to lose control over their kids.
What is emotion or morality?
Robots struggle with this human quality, which makes their logic break down.
Who is Jordan Two Delta?
This character plays a significant role in helping to expose the truth behind the clones' existence.
What is “I feel that we’re being taken for a ride, and I don’t like it.”
This is Lydia Hadley's reaction when she becomes alarmed at how lifelike the lions in the nursery appear.
Who is Michael Bay?
The Island was directed by this action-movie veteran.
What is emotional detachment or loss of parental connection?
The children's obsession with the nursery symbolizes this deeper issue.
What are the NS-5s?
These models of robots are more advanced in the movie.
What is a wide shot?
This type of shot is used to emphasize the vastness of both the compound and the outside world.
What is “We’ve given the children everything they’ve wanted.”
This line shows George’s frustration with the power the nursery seems to hold over his children.