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In the futuristic world of Washington D.C. in the year 2054, crime has been virtually eliminated thanks to Precrime, an elite law enforcement squad. The squad utilizes the abilities of three gifted individuals known as Pre-Cogs who can see into the future and predict crimes before they happen. Heading this squad is John Anderton, a firm believer in the infallibility of the Precrime system.
However, everything changes when the Pre-Cogs predict that Anderton himself will commit a murder within the next 36 hours - a murder he has no knowledge of. Determined to clear his name and find the truth, Anderton embarks on a mission to uncover the minority report, a prediction made by one of the Pre-Cogs, Agatha, that could reveal a different version of events and prove his innocence.
Throughout his investigation, Anderton encounters a series of twists and turns, as he delves deeper into the mysterious workings of Precrime and questions the morality of arresting individuals for crimes they have yet to commit. With time running out and the police on his tail, Anderton must unravel the secrets of the system and confront the dark forces at play behind the scenes.
Minority Report is a thrilling science fiction film that raises thought-provoking questions about free will, surveillance, and the nature of justice, as it takes viewers on a suspenseful journey through a dystopian future where the line between criminal and innocent is blurred.
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Minority ReportRelease Date:
21 Jun 2002Writers:
Philip K. Dick (short story), Scott Frank (screenplay), Jon Cohen (screenplay)Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 19 wins & 85 nominations.