Not only does it introduce the humanity/technology themes that would surface in later cyberpunk fantasies, it boasts some of the most unique visuals in any film, then or now.
Tron (1982)
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Reviews Counted:37
Fresh:25
Rotten:12
Average Rating:6/10
Synopsis: The MCP, a master computer program, is appropriating all other programs in order to become the controlling program in the world. To regain access to the computer for users, hacker Kevin Flynn... The MCP, a master computer program, is appropriating all other programs in order to become the controlling program in the world. To regain access to the computer for users, hacker Kevin Flynn sneaks into the system, but gets himself digitized. Stuck inside the system, he pretends to be a program and manages to help another program, Tron, free the machine from the tyrannical control of the MCP. [More]
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner, Cindy Morgan
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner, Cindy Morgan, Barnard Hughes, Dan Shor
Director: Steven Lisberger
Director: Steven Lisberger
Reviews for Tron
It's a simple idea that ought to serve, but Lisberger's failures of pacing, structure, variation, and characterization ultimately make the film seem monotonous and distant.
Although Tron's state-of-the-art, computer-generated visuals look primitive by current standards, it's intelligently conceived (on a visual level, at any rate) and largely good fun.
Tron is loaded with visual delights but falls way short of the mark in story and viewer involvement.
Tron never reaches a level of excitement commensurate with its effects budget.
The movie's innovative digital special effects were jaw-dropping at the time and still seem pretty cool. But somehow the plot congeals early into an old-time medieval epic and gets pretty dull.
One of those rare movies that manages to be silly and cool and important all at once.
A dazzling movie from Walt Disney in which computers have been used to make themselves romantic and glamorous. Here's a technological sound-and-light show that is sensational and brainy, stylish, and fun.
Its computer sequences exist in a blue-gray scheme filled with flashing lights, speeding objects and dizzying motion. Its visual effects are wonderfully new. They are also numbing after a while.
Apesar de sua contribuição para a evolução dos efeitos criados em computador, o filme possui um roteiro medíocre, representando um marco técnico, mas um fracasso artístico.
Latest News for Tron
March 31, 2009:
Disney/Pixar Delivers at ShoWest ![]()
Disney rolled out its ShoWest presentation today, including 3-D footage from the "Tron" sequel, news on the "Toy Story" 3-D reissues, a peek at "Alice in Wonderland," and more.... More...
March 04, 2009:
Daft Punk Scoring Tron Sequel Soundtrack? ![]()
Although Disney has yet to confirm, Billboard is reporting that Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter -- the electronica duo better known as Daft Punk -- have been... More...
March 03, 2009:
Tron Sequel Story Details Revealed? ![]()
If you're geeked for the "Tron" sequel -- and you don't mind gorging yourself on spoilers -- then you'll want to read the plot summary that made its way to AICN yesterday. More...
February 09, 2009:
Tron 2 to Make Second San Diego Comic-Con Appearance ![]()
Director Joe Kosinski is already filming "Tron 2" -- and planning on wowing crowds at the San Diego Comic-Con with footage from the sequel for a second straight year. More...
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