Clockwork

In a near-future society, a scientist develops an artificial womb known as the 'Birthing Clinic' which allows people to bypass the natural process of childbirth. However, the clinic's technology and the motivations behind its creation soon become disturbingly suspect. As more people opt for this futuristic method of reproduction, unforeseen and horrific consequences begin to emerge, challenging the very definition of life and humanity.

David Cronenberg's 'Clockwork' is a disturbing and thought-provoking exploration of bio-punk themes, body horror, and societal anxieties surrounding reproduction and technology. While not as widely known as some of his later works, it is considered a significant early film in his oeuvre, praised for its disturbing imagery and intellectual depth, though some found its bleak outlook and graphic nature unsettling.

• Praised for its unique and unsettling vision of the future.

• Considered a challenging but rewarding early work by Cronenberg.

• Noted for its graphic content and exploration of body horror.

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The film's original title was 'The Brood', but it was changed to 'Clockwork' to avoid confusion with Cronenberg's later film of the same name.