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Phase IV - Directors Cut

1970s iconic sci-fi horror Phase IV, is a gripping and philosophical cult classic that examines humanity’s place in the universe. Phase IV is the only feature film directed by legendary designer and filmmaker Saul Bass (The Shining, Seconds, The Man With The Golden Arm). In a sealed lab in the Arizona desert, scientists James Lesko (Michael Murphy, Manhattan) and Dr. Ernest Hubbs (Nigel Davenport, A Man for All Seasons) search for answers to an evolutionary shift in the ant population; the development of a collective intelligence and cross-species hive mentality. With humanity under threat, the scientists are faced with the choice of either communicating with, or eradicating their antagonists.

Bonus Content

Saul Bass Short Film THE SOLAR FILM (1980)

10m

Saul Bass Short Film THE QUEST (1984)

29m

The Art of Saul Bass

1h 40m
Director
Cast
Year
1974
Duration
1h 33m
Countries
UK, USA
Language
English
Captions [cc]
English [cc]
Studio
Paramount