Electronic Labyrinth: THX 1138 4EB

Story

Synopsis

In an underground city in a dystopian future, the protagonist, whose name is "THX 1138 4EB", is shown running through passageways and enclosed spaces. It is soon discovered that THX is escaping his community. The government uses computers and cameras to track down THX and attempt to stop him; however, they fail. He escapes by breaking through a door and runs off into the sunset. The government sends their condolences to YYO 7117, THX's mate, claiming that THX has destroyed himself. Electronic Labyrinth: THX-1138 4EB is a 1967 science fiction short film written and directed by George Lucas while he attended the University of Southern California's film school.

Director

George Lucas

Writers

George Lucas, Matthew Robbins

Language

English

Country

United States of America

Release date

23 August 1967

Ensemble

Cast

• Dan Natchsheim

  THX 1138

• Joy Carmichael

  7117

• David Munson

  2222

• Marvin Bennett

  0480

• Ralph Stell

  9021