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2024-07-12 · 83 min · ★ 4.0

Action · Crime · Drama · Mystery · Thriller · Science Fiction

It is the year 2028 and antibiotics are no longer effective. A corporation called Lifeline has invented a health chip which everyone can get for free via the NHS. You can buy an upgrade which is effective against more infections and diseases. In 2028 computing and processing power is restricted however for someone to have an upgrade some one has to die for the power to be transferred. People are dieing randomly. Lifeline are launching their 2nd upgrade which is expected to earn them billions along with their ministerial backer. Daniel Avery has lost his wife and daughter in such circumstances and recent nightmares and flashbacks have instigated him to investigate. He slowly uncovers the truth with the help of a rebel group of the pull for power and greed that goes right to the top.

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Directors
Kris Smith
Production companies
aturn films, Television Bandits
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released
Budget
USD 2,000

Top Cast

Andy BlitheDaniel Avery
Ryan EneverRyan EneverShaun
Mark WellsVictor Harrington
Jules MaxineJane White
Estelle LongEstelle LongTess
Adi ThompsonThe Stranger
James CrawleyConnor
Paula BoyleAila
Lucas AaronLucas AaronMedia Journalist
Duane TuckerDuane TuckerDoc

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