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THX 1138 (1971): George Lucas Before Star Wars
Before Star Wars changed cinema forever, George Lucas made a very different kind of science fiction film.
In this episode of the Cinematic Flashback Podcast, Chuck and Matt kick off their Origin Stories series by exploring THX 1138, Lucas's ambitious 1971 feature debut. Set in a sterile future where emotions are suppressed through medication, individuality has been erased, and human connection is forbidden, THX 1138 remains one of the most unusual films of the decade.
Along the way, they discuss Lucas's journey from Modesto hot-rod enthusiast to USC film student, the formation of the…
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