Electronic Labyrinth: THX 1138 4EB (1967)

  • NR
  • 03/14/1967 (US)
  • Science Fiction
  • 15m

Overview

In an underground city in a dystopian future, the protagonist, whose name is "THX 1138 4EB", is shown running through passageways and enclosed spaces. It is soon discovered that THX is escaping his community. The government uses computers and cameras to track down THX and attempt to stop him; however, they fail. He escapes by breaking through a door and runs off into the sunset. The government sends their condolences to YYO 7117, THX's mate, claiming that THX has destroyed himself. Electronic Labyrinth: THX-1138 4EB is a 1967 science fiction short film written and directed by George Lucas while he attended the University of Southern California's film school.

George Lucas

Writer, Director

Cast

Dan Natchsheim's headshot

Dan Natchsheim

THX 1138
Joy Carmichael's headshot

Joy Carmichael

7117
David Munson's headshot

David Munson

2222
Marvin Bennett's headshot

Marvin Bennett

0480
Ralph Stell's headshot

Ralph Stell

9021

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