Electronic Labyrinth: THX 1138 4EB

Overview

In an underground city in a dystopian future, the protagonist, whose name is "THX 1138 4EB", is shown running through passageways and enclosed spaces. It is soon discovered that THX is escaping his community. The government uses computers and cameras to track down THX and attempt to stop him; however, they fail. He escapes by breaking through a door and runs off into the sunset. The government sends their condolences to YYO 7117, THX's mate, claiming that THX has destroyed himself. Electronic Labyrinth: THX-1138 4EB is a 1967 science fiction short film written and directed by George Lucas while he attended the University of Southern California's film school.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

August 23, 1967

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

University of Southern California

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0062331