Review of THX 1138 (1971) by Devin R — 11 Jul 2009
Back in the early 70's, before Star Wars and Indiana Jones pretty much consumed his career, George Lucas co-wrote and directed this low-budget dystopian science-fiction film about a dehumanized society living life underground, under the watchful and oppressive eye of technology and science, and religion; an automated 'confessional booth' with a robot voice.
Robert Duvall stars as THX-1138 (yes, that's his name, or as close as we get to a name); a heavily sedated drone worker who lives a blank existence with his "mate". After forgetting to take his 'meds', he begins to yearn for something more, and thus begins a desperate attempt to reach the surface.
THX-1138 is not so much a plot-driven film as it is a visual experiment; driven by it's trance inducing blend of odd visuals and sound design. It's an art film, and 'art' is exactly how one should approach it.
It's not the cuddly, mainstream STAR WARS that people might be expecting. THX-1138 is a fascinating, thrilling, scary and above all--bizarre visionary trip.
This review of THX 1138 (1971) was written by Devin R on 11 Jul 2009.
THX 1138 has generally received positive reviews.
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