Thriller Science Fiction Drama WarGames Collection

WarGames

Name: WarGames
Director: John Badham
Genre: Thriller, Science Fiction, Drama
Released: 1983-01-01
Duration: 114 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Matthew Broderick, Dabney Coleman, John Wood, Ally Sheedy, Barry Corbin

1983Dir. John Badham1h 54m

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Runtime1h 54m

Released1983

Budget$12M

Box office$124.6M

DirectorJohn Badham

About This Movie

WarGames is a fascinating slice of early '80s tech paranoia, offering a unique blend of drama and sci-fi. The film's atmosphere is both tense and oddly nostalgic, capturing that pre-internet feeling of exploration and danger. Matthew Broderick's portrayal of David is relatable, embodying that innocent curiosity turned perilous. The pacing is well-structured, maintaining tension as the stakes escalate, while the practical effects, especially the war room sequences, lend a tangible authenticity. The use of computers as a central theme feels prescient, and the moral quandaries presented are as relevant today as they were then. Plus, David's interactions with the AI just scream '80s charm.

Shot on location in California and various studios.Features practical effects and early CGI sequences.Matthew Broderick's breakout role as David Lightman.Explore themes of technology and ethics in warfare.