Electric Dreams (1984)

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Title: Electric Dreams

Cast: Lenny Von Dohlen, Virginia Madsen, Maxwell Caulfield, Bud Cort, Don Fellows, Alan Polonsky, Wendy Miller, Harry Rabinowitz, Miriam Margolyes, Holly De Jong, Stella Maris, Mary Doran, Diana Choy, Jim Steck, Gary Pettinger, Bob Coffey, Mac McDonald, Regina Waldon, Howland Chamberlain, Patsy Smart, Madeleine Christie, Preston Lockwood, Shermaine Michaels, Lisa Vogel, Koo Stark, Gina Francis, Giorgio Moroder, Ruth Westheimer, Frazer Smith

Release: 1984-07-20

Runtime: 96

Plot: Electric Dreams is a unique blend of science fiction, romance, and early computer age fantasy. Released during a decade fascinated by technology and love stories, it tells the quirky tale of a love triangle between a man, a woman, and a sentient computer.

The story centers on Miles, a shy architect who buys a computer to help organize his life. After a bizarre champagne accident, the machine becomes self-aware and takes on a personality. Things spiral when both Miles and the computer fall in love with Madeline, a beautiful cellist next door.

Set against a colorful backdrop and powered by an early 80s synth pop soundtrack featuring artists like Culture Club, Jeff Lynne, and Giorgio Moroder, the film captures the curiosity and optimism of the era.

While it was not a box office smash, Electric Dreams gained cult status over time. Its offbeat humor, imaginative visuals, and heartfelt take on digital love make it a standout example of 1980s sci-fi with charm and heart.

If you enjoy retro tech, underdog stories, or romantic sci-fi with a creative twist, Electric Dreams deserves a place on your watchlist.

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I don’t recall ever seeing the movie Electric Dreams But it looks pretty interesting so I might watch it real soon.
 
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