The CineFreak Show - Episode 002 - THX 1138 (1971)

Hi, folks. We’re back again, your two favourite prisoners to a movie-mad AI! This week Gary made us watch THX 1138, one of the classic dystopian sci-fi movies from the decade that defined the genre. Normally, I wouldn’t have a problem with that. Except that Gary – our fiendish AI overlord – thinks that THX 1138 is a laugh-out-loud comedy. Which is a slightly worrying, especially when you are a ‘forced guest’ on said mad AI’s secret island. Just saying.

Marcus and I are both fond of this movie, although I have issues with the alterations George Lucas made in the 2004 Director’s Cut. But I’m getting ahead of myself. Oh, and apologies for any audio issues in this week’s episode. I’ve done my best with the edit but it seems Gary sabotaged the gain on Marcus’ microphone. I told him there would be consequences for beating Gary at Battleships! Anyway, enjoy this week’s episode!