To Be(1990)
To Be Synopsis
Blending fantasy and reality, this animated short is a bold inquiry into an as yet unresolved problem - the nature of human identity. When a scientist creates a machine that can make copies of physical objects, including humans, a number of ethical questions arise. Is the technique moral? What of its safety? A film by Oscar-winning filmmaker John Weldon (who also wrote the catchy banjo tune that punctuates the story's changing moods).
To Be (1990) is a science fiction, animation and comedy film directed by John Weldon, released on January 1, 1990 with a runtime of 10m. It stars Kim Handysides and Howard Ryshpan. Viewers rate it 7.8 out of 10 across 6 ratings.
- Director:
- John Weldon
- Writers:
- John Weldon
- Producers:
- David Verrall
- Production:
- ONF | NFB
- Status:
- Released
To Be Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by John Weldon, written by John Weldon, produced by David Verrall.
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To Be Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.8/10 from 6 ratings.
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To Be – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch To Be online?
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Who stars in To Be?
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The main cast of To Be (1990) includes Kim Handysides and Howard Ryshpan. The film was directed by John Weldon. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was To Be released?
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To Be was released on January 1, 1990 and runs for 10m.
Is To Be worth watching?
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To Be (1990) holds an average rating of 7.8 out of 10 from 6 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy science fiction, animation and comedy films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.