Rollerball (1975)

I have a dangerous occupation. Conversely, there is great deal of risk to you personally when you interfere with my occupation.



This movie was 5.93 years after Apollo 11 landed on the Earth's moon. This movie is set in the year 2018, which is the year I turn 59 years old.

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0073631/

Rollerball (1975)

Release Date: 25 June 1975 (USA)



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Plot summary for

Rollerball (1975)

In a futuristic society where corporations have replaced countries, the violent game of Rollerball is used to control the populace by demonstrating the futility of individuality. However, one player, Jonathan E., rises to the top, and fights for his personal freedom and threatens the corporate control. Written by Jeff Hansen {jmh@umich.edu}

The year is 2018. There is no crime and there are no more wars. Corporations are now the leaders of the world, as well as the controllers of the people. A violent futuristic game known as Rollerball is now the recreational sport of the world, with teams representing various areas competing for the title of champion. The defending championship team, the Houston team led by the determined ten-year veteran Johnathan E., are looking to repeat as champions. However, Bartholomew, the sinister corporate head, wants Johnathan to retire, even though he is the most respected athlete of his time. Johnathan's rebellious quest will not come out with complications, both for him and his teammates, after he decides to continue playing despite Bartholomew's threats. Written by David Landers {dml@gwis.com}