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Looker

Looker

Science Fiction · Thriller · 1981

Plastic surgeon Larry Roberts performs a series of minor alterations on a group of models who are seeking perfection. The operations are a resounding success. But when someone starts killing his beautiful patients, Dr. Roberts becomes suspicious and starts investigating. What he uncovers are the mysterious - and perhaps murderous - activities of a high-tech computer company called Digital Matrix.

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Looker

“If Looks Could Kill...”

1981 Science Fiction · Thriller 1h 34m

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6.2 / 10

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Plastic surgeon Larry Roberts performs a series of minor alterations on a group of models who are seeking perfection. The operations are a resounding success. But when someone starts killing his beautiful patients, Dr. Roberts becomes suspicious and starts investigating. What he uncovers are the mysterious - and perhaps murderous - activities of a high-tech computer company called Digital Matrix.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Michael Crichton

Written by

Michael Crichton

Albert Finney

Albert Finney

Dr. Larry Roberts

James Coburn

James Coburn

John Reston

Susan Dey

Susan Dey

Cindy Fairmont

Leigh Taylor-Young

Leigh Taylor-Young

Jennifer Long

Dorian Harewood

Dorian Harewood

Lt. Masters

Tim Rossovich

Tim Rossovich

Moustache Man

Darryl Hickman

Darryl Hickman

Dr. Jim Belfield

Court is in session

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The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Prestige Tourist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.