What is THX 1138?
THX 1138 is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1971
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 86 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 11, 1971
- Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, American Zoetrope
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Drama
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Overview
THX 1138 is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Warner Bros. Pictures, American Zoetrope. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A technician rebels against a drug‑controlled dystopia to discover love.”
- Thought‑provoking look at control and individuality
- Striking depiction of a bleak future society
- Its austere tone may feel heavy for some viewers
Watch it if you appreciate cerebral sci‑fi that questions authority and personal freedom.
The film presents a bleak, authoritarian atmosphere with themes of drug control, best suited for mature audiences.
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What is the setting of THX 1138?
It takes place in a future totalitarian society.
Who is the main character?
The story follows a technician named THX 1138.
What drives the plot?
THX 1138’s lack of the government‑mandated drugs leads him to feel emotions and start a secret relationship.
What themes are explored?
The film examines control, individuality, and the impact of enforced drug use.
Is there a romantic element?
Yes, the protagonist forms a secret relationship with a woman when he is off the drugs.
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