The Lathe of Heaven

The Lathe of Heaven
The Lathe of Heaven
Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Drama, Thriller, TV Movie
Rating: 6.8
Year:1980
Country:US
Runtime: 1h 45min

Description:

In a world where one man's dreams can alter his reality, George Orr finds himself in a predicament he never imagined. Tormented by the unpredictability of his powers, he turns to drugs as a means to suppress the ability that has caused nothing but chaos in his life. However, Dr. Haber, a determined psychiatrist assigned to his case, recognizes the potential behind Orr's gift and decides to harness it for the greater good of humanity.Through hypnosis, Dr. Haber attempts to control Orr's dreams, with the ultimate goal of altering reality in ways he deems beneficial to mankind. But as they delve further into this experimental process, the consequences are both bizarre and terrifying, highlighting the dangerous consequences that come with playing god.As the boundaries between dream and reality blur, George Orr must confront the question: can the power to shape the world according to one's dreams ever truly be controlled or will it continue to spiral into a dark abyss of unintended consequences? This thought-provoking film raises questions about the nature of reality, control, and the implications of wielding immense power.

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