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- Supernatural AbilityPsychologicalFuture DystopiaImaginaryMind and SoulInterracial RelationsDangerLife is a Bitch more...
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- Sci-FiFuturisticFantasyThriller
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The Lathe of Heaven, 1980
English
USA, West Germany
Profile of The Lathe of Heaven
The Lathe of Heaven can be described as atmospheric, stylized, and suspenseful. The plot revolves around a future dystopia, supernatural abilities, and psychological motives. The main genres are sci-fi, thriller, and fantasy. In approach, The Lathe of Heaven is serious. It is based on a book.
Summary of The Lathe of Heaven
An innovative adaptation of Ursula K. Le Guin's futuristic science-fiction masterpiece about a man named George Orr (Davison) with the incredible power to literally make his dreams come true. The unpredictability of this "gift" is a serious hindrance on George's life, leading to his grave desire to be rid of it. However, his psychiatrist Dr. Haber (Conway) has different plans for George's powers and hypnotically convinces him to use this gift for the benefit of mankind. Although the doctor may have good intentions, messing with George's mind can lead to horrifying consequences. Presented by PBS.
Details
| Language: | English |
| Country: | USA, West Germany |
| Release date: | 9 January 1980 |
| Runtime: | 105 min |
Cast and Crew
as George Orr
as Dr. William Haber
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