Tron
1982

Tron

★ 6.7 / 10
IMDb
Directed by Steven Lisberger
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Synopsis

Released in 1982, 'Tron' follows the story of Kevin Flynn, a computer hacker who becomes absorbed into a digital universe. Inside this electronic world, Flynn must participate in gladiatorial games and ally with a heroic security program to overthrow the oppressive system's evil ruler.

Why Watch It
Tron plunges you into a visual revolution—groundbreaking computer graphics blend with practical effects to create a neon-soaked world that still feels alien and hypnotic decades later. The film's philosophical clash between human creativity and corporate control remains remarkably resonant, anchored by Jeff Bridges' charismatic performance as a man navigating rules he doesn't understand. It's essential viewing for anyone wanting to understand how science fiction imagined cyberspace before the internet even existed.
Did You Know?
  • Director Steven Lisberger appears as a video game player.
  • TRON was the first film to use extensive computer graphics.
  • TRON was inspired by the game Pong.
  • Jeff Bridges' character Flynn was named after Errol Flynn.
  • The movie's title, TRON, means 'instrument' in Greek.
Iconic Quotes
  • I fight for the users.
  • On the other side of the screen, it all looks so easy.
  • Greetings, programs!
  • End of line.
  • Tron, what have you become?
Appears In 2 lists
Retrofuturistic Visions
Synthwaves of the Silver Screen
Details
DirectorSteven Lisberger
Year1982
IMDb Rating★ 6.7
Box Office$33,000,000
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Cast
Jeff Bridges Bruce Boxleitner David Warner
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Why Eltorama recommends this film

Appears in  Retrofuturistic Visions →
The movie gave a vision of virtual reality, which is now becoming more mainstream with the advent of VR headsets.
Appears in  Synthwaves of the Silver Screen →
Composed by Wendy Carlos, the soundtrack for Tron uses synthesizers to create a digital soundscape that echoes the movie's computerized world.