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Future Shock (1972) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1972 · 43 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Alexander Grasshoff
- Starring
- Orson Welles, Alvin Toffler, James McGaugh
Orson Welles narrates the 1972 documentary, examining how unprecedented technological sophistication has created widespread anxiety and stress. The film argues that society becomes a victim of its own rapid advances, describing the “future shock” of constant change. Despite its 1970s style, the commentary remains strikingly relevant to today’s digital age.
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