Directed by Geoff Murphy • 1985 • New Zealand
Starring Bruno Lawrence, Alison Routledge, Anzac Wallace

In this utterly original and provocative take on the “sole survivor” genre, Zac Hobson (Bruno Lawrence), a mid-level scientist working on a global energy project, wakes up to a nightmare. After his project malfunctions, Zac discovers that he may be the last man on Earth. As he searches empty cities for other survivors, Zac’s mental state begins to deteriorate, leading him on a mind-bending journey that culminates in an unforgettable climax that has inspired debate for decades.