Synthetic Pleasures(1995)
technology control passion
Synthetic Pleasures Synopsis
Conceived as an electronic road movie, this documentary investigates cutting edge technologies and their influence on our culture as we approach the 21st century. It takes off from the idea that mankind's effort to tap the power of Nature has been so successful that a new world is suddenly emerging, an artificial reality. Virtual Reality, digital and biotechnology, plastic surgery and mood-altering drugs promise seemingly unlimited powers to our bodies, and ourselves. This film presents the implications of having access to such power as we all scramble to inhabit our latest science fictions.
Synthetic Pleasures (1995) is a documentary film directed by Iara Lee, released on September 13, 1995 with a runtime of 1h 25m. It stars John Perry Barlow, Jeff Baxter, Scott Bukatman and Scott Frazier. Viewers rate it 5.1 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Iara Lee
- Writers:
- John Kelsey, Alan Brech
- Producers:
- George Gund
- Cinematographer:
- Marcus Hahn
- Production:
- Caipirinha Productions Inc.
- Status:
- Released
Synthetic Pleasures Cast & Crew
Main cast
- John Perry Barlow
John Perry Barlow
as Self
- Jeff Baxter
Jeff Baxter
as Self
- Scott Bukatman
Scott Bukatman
as Self
- Scott Frazier
Scott Frazier
as Self
- Robert Gurland
Robert Gurland
as Self
Michio Kaku
as Self
Jaron Lanier
as Self
Timothy Leary
as Self
- Max More
Max More
as Self
Orlan
as Self
- Lisa Palac
Lisa Palac
as Self
- Ed Regis
Ed Regis
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Iara Lee, written by John Kelsey and Alan Brech, produced by George Gund.
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Synthetic Pleasures Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 5.1/10 from 7 ratings.
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Synthetic Pleasures – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Synthetic Pleasures?
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The main cast of Synthetic Pleasures (1995) includes John Perry Barlow, Jeff Baxter, Scott Bukatman, Scott Frazier and Robert Gurland. The film was directed by Iara Lee. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Synthetic Pleasures released?
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Synthetic Pleasures was released on September 13, 1995 and runs for 1h 25m.
Is Synthetic Pleasures worth watching?
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Synthetic Pleasures (1995) holds an average rating of 5.1 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.