Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa
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Synopsis
Explores the history, technology, people, stories and industry influence of this lesser-known personal computer. The film profiles important individuals involved in the creation of the computer, plus its life after cancellation, both as an entry-level Macintosh compatible and as a collectible. The work of Douglas Engelbart and his team, plus advances from the Xerox Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) with their Alto and Star workstations were the initial innovators of the Graphical User Interface (GUI), but the Apple Lisa stands as the clear foundation for what we all use today -- Macintosh -- Windows -- iOS -- Android.
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Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-02-02
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 25, 2024
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Greelish
- Screenplay & Story
- David Greelish
- Original Title
- Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Greelish
David Greelish
David Greelish
David Greelish
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David Greelish
Director
David Greelish
Producer
David Greelish
Writer
David Greelish
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa about?
Explores the history, technology, people, stories and industry influence of this lesser-known personal computer. The film profiles important individuals involved in the creation of the computer, plus its life after cancellation, both as an entry-level Macintosh compatible and as a collectible. The work of Douglas Engelbart and his team, plus advances from the Xerox Palo Alto Research Center (PARC) with their Alto and Star workstations were the initial innovators of the Graphical User Interface (GUI), but the Apple Lisa stands as the clear foundation for what we all use today -- Macintosh -- Windows -- iOS -- Android.
Who directed Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa?
Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa was directed by David Greelish.
Who stars in Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa?
The principal cast of Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa includes John Sculley, Bill Atkinson, Bruce Damer, John Couch, Rich Page.
When was Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa released and how long is it?
Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa?
Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).