Smoker of the Future

Smoker of the Future

1985
1m
6.0

6.0/10

1 votes
Overview

This anti-smoking public information film has the kind of stylistic sheen often associated with 1980s British advertising, with its sci-fi setting, filtered smoke and gloomy aesthetics clearly inspired by the works of Ridley Scott (although it’s directed by his contemporary, Barry Myers). It imagines a genetically advanced future humanoid who’s evolved to be a ‘natural born smoker’ – complete with enlarged nostrils and tapping finger - before reminding us that no such creature yet exists. While we expect smoking adverts to be disturbing, the titular character is disquieting in a refreshingly unusual sense.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Companies
Spots Films
Production Countries
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English

Quick Facts

Release Date January 1, 1985
Status Released
Language EN

Cast

Key Crew

Barry Myers
Director