Review of THX 1138 (1971) by George R — 06 Sep 2009
This movie has been sampled by so many of my favorite artists. Front 242, NIN, The Shamen, Orbital, DJ Shadow, etc.
Most prominently as the opening to NIN most famous album, The Downward Spiral.
Musical references aside this movie is enjoyable if not a bit difficult to follow. I turned on subtitles to more easily follow the story. This is Lucas' first full film done back in 71.
Set in a future where mankind are controlled by drugs and overseen by android police and watched by cameras.
THX looks great and the best timeless aspect is how all of the actors shave their heads so that their hairstyles can't be matched to a decade.
Brilliantly filmed and staged yet still a 3 star as Lucas' always biggest flaw, dialogue is not very strong again. But if you have 1.5 hours then check it out.
This review of THX 1138 (1971) was written by George R on 06 Sep 2009.
THX 1138 has generally received positive reviews.
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