The Shape of Things to Come 1979
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What is The Shape of Things to Come?
Topic: Film "The Shape of Things to Come" (1979). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 98 minutes
- Release date
- May 4, 1979
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Canada
- Studios
- CFI Investments, SOTTC Film Productions Ltd.
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Adventure
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.1/10 from 37 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~98 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- CFI Investments, SOTTC Film Productions Ltd.
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Topic: Film "The Shape of Things to Come" (1979).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Synopsis: Earth is a wasteland, humans live on the Moon in domes. Survival depends on an anti-radiation drug from Delta Three. Omus (mad mechanic) controls Delta Three and wants to attack the Moon with robot spaceships. Dr. John Caball, Jason, Kim, and Sparks (robot) go on an unauthorized mission to Delta Three on a space battlecruiser to stop Omus.
Source [1]: Title: The Shape of Things to Come (1979). Rating: PG. Release Date: 08/01/1979 (US). Genre: Science Fiction and Adventure. Runtime: 1h 38m.
Source [2]: Irrelevant (mentions other films/directors).
Title: The Shape of Things to Come
Year: 1979
Release Date: 08/01/1979 (US)
Rating: PG
Genre: Science Fiction and Adventure
Runtime: 1h 3
Should you watch it?
“A gripping exploration of science fiction and adventure that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Shape of Things to Come worth watching?
The Shape of Things to Come holds a community rating of 4.1/10 based on 37 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Science Fiction, Adventure for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Shape of Things to Come and when was it released?
The Shape of Things to Come is a feature film with a runtime of 98 minutes. It was released in 1979. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Shape of Things to Come?
The Shape of Things to Come was directed by George McCowan.
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