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Demon Seed

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Demon Seed
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R,1hr 34min
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April 8, 1977
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United Artists
Synopsis: Adapted from a lesser-known novel from SF/Horror author Dean R. Koontz, this claustrophobic thriller presents a computerized nemesis incorporating the murderous elements of 2001's HAL with the world-domination goal of the title villain in Colossus: The Forbin Project. Brilliant cybernetics expert Dr. Alex Harris (Fritz Weaver) develops a revolutionary new supercomputer dubbed Proteus IV (voice of Robert Vaughn, uncredited) which is capable of almost human self-awareness and capacity for intellectual ... Full Synopsis
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The plot for Demon Seed might lead some viewers to expect a bizarre mixture of sci-fi and sexploitation, but the film itself is much more restrained and intelligent than one might think. The script does an above-average job of making its unusual premise believable and crafts a strong, genuinely intriguing female protagonist in Susan Harris. Julie Christie lives up to this demanding role with a carefully ... Full Review
Featured Cast
Susan Harris
Alex Harris
Walter Gabler
Petrosian
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