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Directed by
Kuo Jian Hong
Year
Runtime
2005
103 minutes
Genre
Science Fiction
Language
English
Synopsis
Set in 2019 of a then futuristic vision of Singapore, individuals in the general population are identified by an implanted microchip and connected to a system called CyberLink. CyberLink is used for communication (sometimes virtual reality), monetary transactions and contains the records of all citizens. Criminals use fake chips, known as “SIMs” (Simulated Identity iMplants). Dash MacKenzie, a bounty hunter, in her search for a man who bought a SIM, uncovers a conspiracy to manipulate society schemed by the leaders of five conglomerates.
Producer(s)
Kuo Jian Hong, Anthony Fu, Christopher Hatton
Produced by
Cinemancer
International Sales/Distribution
Cast
Genevieve O'Reilly, Joan Chen, David Warner, Wang Luoyong, William Sanderson
Tags
2005, Science Fiction, Future, Microchip, Virtual Reality, Conspiracy, Society, Cyber Wars