The Machine Stops
“Short, Sci-Fi,”
Synopsis
Two people live in a dark technological utopia/dystopia - "the Machine". Kuno and Vashti, have differing opinions about the world which they live in and their interaction and conflict as their society comes to a sudden collapse. The story raises themes of man's role in the midst of a technology-dependent built environment that are seemingly more relevant today than when the original short story was published in 1909.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2015-06-12
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May 21, 2009
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Freise, Nathan Freise
- Screenplay & Story
- E.M. Forster
- Original Title
- The Machine Stops
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
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Adam Freise, Nathan Freise
E.M. Forster
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Adam Freise
Director
Nathan Freise
Director
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What is The Machine Stops about?
Two people live in a dark technological utopia/dystopia - "the Machine". Kuno and Vashti, have differing opinions about the world which they live in and their interaction and conflict as their society comes to a sudden collapse. The story raises themes of man's role in the midst of a technology-dependent built environment that are seemingly more relevant today than when the original short story was published in 1909.
Who directed The Machine Stops?
The Machine Stops was directed by Adam Freise, Nathan Freise.
Who stars in The Machine Stops?
The principal cast of The Machine Stops includes Mascha Moore, Erik VanderWal.
When was The Machine Stops released and how long is it?
The Machine Stops was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 7m.
Is The Machine Stops based on a book or true story?
The Machine Stops is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "E.M. Forster".