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Bald: The Making of 'THX 1138' (1971)

6.419710h 8mEN
Documentary

Directed by George Lucas

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

0h 8m

Language

EN

Release

March 1, 1971

Director

George Lucas

Overview

The film features a conversation between Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola, producer of THX 1138. They discuss Lucas' vision for the film, including his ideas about science fiction in general and in particular his concept of the "used future" which would famously feature in his film Star Wars. Intercut...

Cast

George Lucas

George Lucas

Self

Francis Ford Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola

Self

Walter Murch

Walter Murch

Self

Claudette Bessing

Claudette Bessing

Self

Irene Cagen

Irene Cagen

Self

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

Self

Marshall Efron

Marshall Efron

Self

Maggie McOmie

Maggie McOmie

Self

David Myers

David Myers

Self

Matthew Robbins

Matthew Robbins

Self

Johnny Weissmuller Jr.

Johnny Weissmuller Jr.

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Bald: The Making of 'THX 1138' (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The film features a conversation between Lucas and Francis Ford Coppola, producer of THX 1138. They discuss Lucas' vision for the film, including his ideas about science fiction in general and in particular his concept of the "used future" which would famously feature in his film Star Wars. Intercut with this discussion is footage shot prior to the start of production of THX 1138 showing several of its actors having their heads shaved, a requirement for appearing in the film. In several cases the actors are shown being shaved in a public location. For example, Maggie McOmie is shaved outside the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, while Robert Duvall watches a sporting event as his hair is cut off. Another actor, Marshall Efron, who would later play an insane man in the film, cut off his own hair and was filmed doing so in a bathtub.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Bald: The Making of 'THX 1138'. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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