For the past twenty years, the only means to view this sci-fi masterpiece was via poor-quality bootlegged videotapes, often sold at outrageous prices at sci-fi conventions or on eBay. Though it was never seen again, " The Lathe of Heaven" developed a cult following, even among those who never had a chance to see it when it was initially aired. Le Guin, made its first and only appearance on North American public television. It was back in 1980 that " The Lathe of Heaven", a modestly budgeted made-for-television movie based on the best-selling novel by Ursula K. And though it did not bask in the same level of mainstream popularity that George Lucas' " Star Wars" franchise experienced, it has made an indelible mark in the annals of science fiction filmmaking nonetheless. Named among the top 100 greatest works of science fiction by Entertainment Weekly magazine, its return to the public eye has been long anticipated, helped in part by the devoted efforts of its fans, who lobbied for its re-release in public pleas, grassroots Internet campaigns, and tireless letter-writing crusades. Those who cannot do it will be destroyed on the lathe of heaven.įor two decades, it has been the Holy Grail for almost an entire generation of science fiction fans. To let understanding stop at what cannot be understood is high attainment. Those whom heaven helps we call the sons of heaven. The Lathe of Heaven Movie Review Movie Review by Anthony Leong © Copyright 2000 Lathe of Heaven Movie Review by Anthony Leong from
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