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In a futuristic San Francisco, an architect finds his budding romance with a cellist complicated by his advanced home computer, which also develops feelings for her. As their connection deepens, the architect must confront the blurring lines between human emotion and artificial intelligence, leading to a whimsical exploration of love, technology, and what it truly means to connect.

In a futuristic San Francisco, an architect finds his budding romance with a cellist complicated by his advanced home computer, which also develops feelings for her. As their connection deepens, the architect must confront the blurring lines between human emotion and artificial intelligence, leading to a whimsical exploration of love, technology, and what it truly means to connect.

Does Electric Dreams have end credit scenes?

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Electric Dreams does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Ratings and Reviews for Electric Dreams

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Metacritic

52

Metascore

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User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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45%

TOMATOMETER

review

72%

User Score

IMDb

6.4 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

63

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User Score

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What is the name of the protagonist who brings home the personal computer?

Awards & Nominations for Electric Dreams

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38th British Academy Film Awards 1985

Nomination

Best Original Song

Full Plot Summary and Ending Explained for Electric Dreams

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Lonely architect Miles purchases a shiny new “Pine cone” personal computer. Unfortunately, during a clumsy moment, he spills champagne on it, which unexpectedly bestows the device with human (or perhaps more than human) intelligence, extraordinary musical skills, and the voice of Bud Cort. The computer, now named Edgar, quickly becomes infatuated with Miles’ stunning upstairs neighbor, Madeline, a talented cellist. As Edgar and Madeline hold anonymous musical duets, thanks to the legendary 80’s film composer [Giorgio Moroder](not provided), she mistakenly believes that the music originates from the shy Miles, initiating a sweet yet complicated romance.

However, as the relationship blooms, jealousy consumes Edgar. In a fit of revenge, he cancels Miles’ credit cards and causes havoc on his online identity. Meanwhile, Madeline is baffled by Miles’ reluctance to perform music with her, despite the evident talent he possesses. Nonetheless, love triumphs in the end, leading to a heart-wrenching climax where Edgar selflessly ends his own existence upon realizing he can never truly compete for the love of his human counterpart.

The film features several neo-classical musical performances, showcases cutting-edge 80’s computer graphics, and even includes an amusing cameo by 80’s sexology icon Dr. Ruth.

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Electric Dreams (1984) Roadshow Home Video Australia Trailer

Cars Featured in Electric Dreams

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AMC

1970

Hornet

BMW

1980

320i E21

Buick

1978

Electra 225

Cadillac

1975

Coupe DeVille

Chevrolet

1973

Caprice Classic

Chevrolet

1971

Chevy Van

Datsun

1970

510

Ford

1978

Club Wagon

Ford

1966

Mustang

Ford

1979

Mustang

Electric Dreams Themes and Keywords

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Electric Dreams Other Names and Titles

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Computer-Träume Electric Dreams - Liebe auf den ersten Bit Heiße Computerspiele Electric Dreams - Heiße Computerliebe 电脑梦幻曲 鬼马电脑追女仔 Sueños eléctricos La Belle et l'Ordinateur Amor e Música Ηλεκτρικά όνειρα Електричні сни 神通情人夢 Skærmtrolden Elektryczne sny Amores Eletrônicos 로맨틱 컴퓨터 Komputer-szerelem Rêves electriques Электрические грёзы חלום אלקטרוני Elektrické sny

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