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Revolution OS (2003)
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Reviews Counted:13
Fresh:5
Rotten:8
Average Rating:5.8/10
Rated: Not Rated
Genre: Education/General Interest
Theatrical Release:Feb 15, 2002 Limited
Synopsis: For the past two decades, a loosely organized group of computer hackers, neo-communists and entrepreneurs has led the charge in a technological revolution that is undermining Microsoft's monopoly... For the past two decades, a loosely organized group of computer hackers, neo-communists and entrepreneurs has led the charge in a technological revolution that is undermining Microsoft's monopoly and fundamentally changing the way software is developed and owned. Filmed in 35mm Cinemascope, REVOLUTION OS explores the Open Source movement's origins through original interviews with its founders, and depicts the grassroots nature of the LINUX operating system and Open Source as they march into the mainstream. -- © 7th Art [More]
Studio: Seventh Art Releasing
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Reviews for Revolution OS
Tells a lot about the rationale of the open-source movement, but shows virtually none of its fruits. Interviews only open-source advocates.
This in-depth study of important developments of the computer industry should make it required viewing in university computer science departments for years to come.
The charm of Revolution OS is rather the way it introduces you to new, fervently held ideas and fanciful thinkers.
Must-see viewing for anyone involved in the high-tech industry. Others may find it migraine-inducing, despite Moore's attempts at whimsy and spoon feeding.
Ultimately, the film amounts to being lectured to by tech-geeks, if you're up for that sort of thing.
Moore's complex and important film is also, believe it or not, immensely entertaining, a David and Goliath story that's still very much playing itself out.
... it's as comprehensible as any Dummies guide, something even non-techies can enjoy.
Everybody loves a David and Goliath story, and this one is told almost entirely from David's point of view.
... a boring parade of talking heads and technical gibberish that will do little to advance the Linux cause.
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