Not only does it introduce the humanity/technology themes that would surface in later cyberpunk fantasies, it boasts some of the most unique visuals in any film, then or now.
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03/09/09
Tron (1982)
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Reviews Counted:37
Fresh:25
Rotten:12
Average Rating:6/10
Runtime: 1 hr 36 mins
Genre: Childrens
Synopsis: The MCP, a master computer program, is appropriating all other programs in order to become the controlling program in the world. To regain access to the computer for users, hacker Kevin Flynn... [More]
Starring: Jeff Bridges, Bruce Boxleitner, David Warner, Cindy Morgan
Director: Steven Lisberger
Reviews for Tron
Top CriticNo review available.
02/13/04
Tron never reaches a level of excitement commensurate with its effects budget.
06/24/06
Top CriticAlthough Tron's state-of-the-art, computer-generated visuals look primitive by current standards, it's intelligently conceived (on a visual level, at any rate) and largely good fun.
06/04/07
Top CriticNo review available.
12/06/02
The special effects are dated, but at the time they were awesome.
08/09/02
The biggest letdown -- the MCP is a big red cylinder with a face reminiscent of the Kool-Aid Man.
01/19/02
Anyone nostalgic for monochrome computer screens, BASIC or '80s video games should definitely check this out again.
09/11/03
No review available.
04/21/04
No review available.
08/10/05
There are some stolid sci-fi elements in it and some neat one-liners that'll appeal to computer users.
01/01/00
A superb 20th Anniversary DVD proves that Tron wasn't just groundbreaking; it's also great fun.
11/07/02
Tron looks almost as startling as it did when I was much shorter, largely because the designs by Moebius and Syd Mead complemented the austere style of early CGI.
03/03/02
No review available.
05/30/03
Despite my reservations about the film’s story line, I’m sure I’ll be watching it a few more times before either the disc or I wear out.
02/21/02
This movie is great. By the way, what kind of mushroom was that again?
02/19/03
One of those rare movies that manages to be silly and cool and important all at once.
12/31/04
Visually, this film is state of the art, à la 1982, and Jeff Bridges turns in some of his better work.
03/10/03
A must-have DVD for us former adolescent computer nerds
03/13/02
Latest News for Tron
March 31, 2009:
Disney/Pixar Delivers at ShoWest 
Disney rolled out its ShoWest presentation today, including 3-D footage from the "Tron" sequel, news on the "Toy Story" 3-D reissues, a peek at "Alice in Wonderland," and more.... More...
March 04, 2009:
Daft Punk Scoring Tron Sequel Soundtrack?
Although Disney has yet to confirm, Billboard is reporting that Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo and Thomas Bangalter -- the electronica duo better known as Daft Punk -- have been... More...
March 03, 2009:
Tron Sequel Story Details Revealed?
If you're geeked for the "Tron" sequel -- and you don't mind gorging yourself on spoilers -- then you'll want to read the plot summary that made its way to AICN yesterday. More...
February 09, 2009:
Tron 2 to Make Second San Diego Comic-Con Appearance
Director Joe Kosinski is already filming "Tron 2" -- and planning on wowing crowds at the San Diego Comic-Con with footage from the sequel for a second straight year. More...
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