The Tom Machine (1980)
100 years in the future: Tom is both bored and worried in the humdrum, violent times. Also he is unable to remember what his job is and thus decides to leave. But everyone keeps telling him that is impossible ...
Director: Paul Bamborough
Genre: Science Fiction, Comedy
Runtime: 47 min
Release Date: November 20, 1980
Cast
- Donald Sumpter - Tom
- Pamela Moiseiwitsch - Jeanne
- John Cleese - Computer (voice)
- Harold Innocent
- David Hatton
- John Shrapnel
- Hugh Thomas
Screenplay
Music: Benedict Mason
Editing: William Diver
Production: NFTS
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Visions of Future and Technology
Keywords
future, short film
More Films by Director: Paul Bamborough
More Films in Genre: Science Fiction, Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Tom Machine about?
- 100 years in the future: Tom is both bored and worried in the humdrum, violent times. Also he is unable to remember what his job is and thus decides to leave. But everyone keeps telling him that is impossible ...
- Who directed The Tom Machine?
- The Tom Machine was directed by Paul Bamborough.
- Who stars in The Tom Machine?
- The Tom Machine stars Donald Sumpter, Pamela Moiseiwitsch, John Cleese, Harold Innocent, David Hatton, John Shrapnel.
- How long is The Tom Machine?
- The Tom Machine has a runtime of 47m (47 minutes).
- What genre is The Tom Machine?
- The Tom Machine is a Science Fiction, Comedy film.
- Where was The Tom Machine produced?
- The Tom Machine was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of The Tom Machine?
- The themes of The Tom Machine include: Visions of Future and Technology.