description THX 1138 Overview
THX 1138 depicts a bleak future society governed by automated law enforcement and mandated drug consumption to manage population behavior. Robert Duvall and Donald Pleasence star in this 1971 film co-created by George Lucas, exploring themes of control and emotional suppression within a dystopian setting. The narrative features supporting performances from Maggie McOmie and Ian Wolfe.
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info THX 1138 Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1971 |
help THX 1138 FAQ
Is THX 1138 George Lucas's first feature film?
Yes. THX 1138 was George Lucas's feature debut in 1971, expanding his student short Electronic Labyrinth: THX 1138 4EB.
Who are THX, LUH, and SEN in THX 1138?
Robert Duvall plays THX 1138, Maggie McOmie plays LUH 3417, and Donald Pleasence plays SEN 5241. Their coded names fit the film's society, where people are monitored, medicated, and stripped of ordinary identity.
What do the robot police represent in THX 1138?
The chrome robot officers enforce a society built on surveillance, obedience, and consumption. The movie uses automated police and compulsory drugs to show a future where emotion itself is treated as a crime.
Is THX 1138 connected to Star Wars?
There is no plot connection, but THX 1138 became a recurring George Lucas reference. The number 1138 later appears as an Easter egg in several Lucasfilm-related projects.
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