In 1990, Paul Verhoeven directed Total Recall, a sci-fi film starring Sharon Stone and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Initially hesitant due to her aversion to action movies, Stone changed her mind upon learning about Verhoeven’s involvement.

Reflecting on the experience, Stone shared, “I had done every action movie possible. But when they mentioned Paul Verhoeven, I was immediately interested. I had seen his films and was impressed. Meeting him sealed the deal for me. I enjoyed being cast in the film.”

Total Recall was a commercial success, grossing $261.4 million worldwide and ranking as the fifth-highest-grossing film of the year. Critics praised its exploration of identity and reality while criticizing its explicit content. The film won an Academy Award for its practical effects, and Jerry Goldsmith’s score was highly acclaimed.

Total Recall is revered for its ambiguous ending, tackling themes of authoritarianism and colonialism. Some critics hail it as Schwarzenegger’s finest work and one of the greatest sci-fi films ever. The film inspired comic books, video games, and a 1999 TV series titled Total Recall 2070. A 2002 film adaptation of Philip K. Dick’s The Minority Report followed, but the 2012 Total Recall remake failed to replicate its predecessor’s success.

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