Railroad owner Dagny Taggart and steel mogul Henry Rearden search desperately for the inventor of a revolutionary motor as the U.S. government continues to spread its control over the national economy.
In a post-apocalyptic America, the iron fist of the totalitarian government seeks to crush one mysterious man named John Galt, who has the power and influence to change everything..
Railroad executive Dagny Taggart and steel mogul Henry Rearden form an alliance to fight the increasingly authoritarian government of the United States.
Director:
Paul Johansson
Stars:
Taylor Schilling,
Grant Bowler,
Matthew Marsden
'Ayn Rand & the Prophecy of Atlas Shrugged is a feature length documentary film that examines the resurging interest in Ayn Rand's epic and controversial 1957 novel and the validity of its dire prediction for America.
Director:
Chris Mortensen
Stars:
John Allison,
Clifford Asness,
Rajia Baroudi
An uncompromising, visionary architect struggles to maintain his integrity and individualism despite personal, professional and economic pressures to conform to popular standards.
Revealing the surprising life story of one of the world's most influential minds, this unprecedented film weaves together Ayn Rand's own recollections and reflections, providing a new understanding of her inspirations and influences.
The story revolves around three people; Tycoon Bjorn Faulkner, who is being called upon by his board of directors to explain a missing $20,000,000; Kit Lane, his secretary who also has a ... See full summary »
The rather eccentric (especially in her thinking) author of "The Fountainhead" and "Atlas Shrugged" becomes involved with a much younger, and married man, to the dismay of those close to her.
The time is the Russian Revolution. The place is a country burdened with fear - the midnight knock at the door, the bread hidden against famine, the haunted eyes of the fleeing, the ... See full summary »
The global economy is on the brink of collapse. Unemployment tops 24%. Gas is $42 per gallon. Railroads are the main transportation. Brilliant creators, from artists to industrialists, are mysteriously disappearing. Dagny Taggart, COO of Taggart Transcontinental, has discovered an answer to the mounting energy crisis - a prototype of a motor that draws energy from static electricity. But, until she finds its creator, it's useless. It's a race against time. And someone is watching.Written by
Producers - Atlas Shrugged
When they are removing the rails from the John Galt line, the text on the screen says it is March 31. Nowhere in Colorado would be so green in March nor would any deciduous trees be completely leafed out as the ones in this scene are. In fact, it will be at least another month or two until the leaf buds even begin to swell before producing leaves. See more »
Alternate Versions
In the theatrical release, when John Galt is revealed at the end of the film, his face is fully lit and visible. In the DVD and Netflix release, his face has been darkened and obscured. See more »
This is a movie of ideas, not a thriller or special effects expo. If you go in looking for a retelling of one of the most influential books in history, you will not be disappointed. Obviously, the special effects, casting, directing, and acting are not exactly what you see in big budget movies. I thought it was a good screenplay adaptation of the book, which is not easy to translate. Personally, I thought the acting was better than the first movie, but still fairly weak. What's missing is the passion and joy in the main characters. At heart, Dagny Taggart is supposed to be passionate and supremely competent in her work and abilities. This actress portrayed Dagny more as a stressed out middle manager. Same for the actors portraying Hank Reardon and Fancisco d'Anconia. As I watched it, I thought to myself, "what if they'd actually been able to sign on Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt as the leads (as such originally rumored)?" That's a missed opportunity on many levels. Oh well. Still a strong movie considering the budget. Hope people will see it and digest it with their minds.
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This is a movie of ideas, not a thriller or special effects expo. If you go in looking for a retelling of one of the most influential books in history, you will not be disappointed. Obviously, the special effects, casting, directing, and acting are not exactly what you see in big budget movies. I thought it was a good screenplay adaptation of the book, which is not easy to translate. Personally, I thought the acting was better than the first movie, but still fairly weak. What's missing is the passion and joy in the main characters. At heart, Dagny Taggart is supposed to be passionate and supremely competent in her work and abilities. This actress portrayed Dagny more as a stressed out middle manager. Same for the actors portraying Hank Reardon and Fancisco d'Anconia. As I watched it, I thought to myself, "what if they'd actually been able to sign on Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt as the leads (as such originally rumored)?" That's a missed opportunity on many levels. Oh well. Still a strong movie considering the budget. Hope people will see it and digest it with their minds.