

Dream Machine: The Visual Computer
“An Anthology of Computer Graphics”
Synopsis
Computer graphics, computer imaging, computer animation, digital image synthesis, digital scene simulation. These terms refer to one of the most profound developments in the history of human communication: the computer as a visual instrument that combines the objectivity of the photograph, the subjectivity of the painting and the gravity-free motion of hand-drawn animation. It is possible to view the entire career not only of the visual arts but of symbolic discourse in general as leading to this Promethean instrument of representation. Its aesthetic and philosophical implications are staggering, and they are ultimately of profound social and political consequence as well.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Geoffrey de Valois, Steve Michaelson
- Screenplay & Story
- Geoffrey de Valois, Donna Cohen
- Original Score
- Doug McKechnie, John Lewis
- Original Title
- Dream Machine: The Visual Computer
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- One Pass Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Geoffrey de Valois, Steve Michaelson
Geoffrey de Valois, Donna Cohen
Doug McKechnie, John Lewis
Kitty Rea, Geoffrey de Valois
Steve Michaelson, Geoffrey de Valois, Donna Cohen
Department Leadership Roster
Geoffrey de Valois
Director
Geoffrey de Valois
Producer
Kitty Rea
Editor
Geoffrey de Valois
Writer
Steve Michaelson
Director
Geoffrey de Valois
Editor
Donna Cohen
Writer
Donna Cohen
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Dream Machine: The Visual Computer.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dream Machine: The Visual Computer
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dream Machine: The Visual Computer about?
Computer graphics, computer imaging, computer animation, digital image synthesis, digital scene simulation. These terms refer to one of the most profound developments in the history of human communication: the computer as a visual instrument that combines the objectivity of the photograph, the subjectivity of the painting and the gravity-free motion of hand-drawn animation. It is possible to view the entire career not only of the visual arts but of symbolic discourse in general as leading to this Promethean instrument of representation. Its aesthetic and philosophical implications are staggering, and they are ultimately of profound social and political consequence as well.
Who directed Dream Machine: The Visual Computer?
Dream Machine: The Visual Computer was directed by Geoffrey de Valois, Steve Michaelson.
Who stars in Dream Machine: The Visual Computer?
The principal cast of Dream Machine: The Visual Computer includes Not specified.
When was Dream Machine: The Visual Computer released and how long is it?
Dream Machine: The Visual Computer was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Dream Machine: The Visual Computer?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dream Machine: The Visual Computer was composed by Doug McKechnie, John Lewis.
