Antitrust

Synopsis

In the high-paced tech world of Silicon Valley, a young software engineer, Milo, lands his dream job at a powerful software company closely resembling Microsoft, NURV. But as he becomes increasingly entangled in the company's operations, he uncovers a dark truth about the CEO Gary Winston and the unethical practices at play. With the help of his friends and a rebellious co-worker, Milo embarks on a dangerous journey to expose the corruption and fight against the manipulation of data and privacy. Antitrust is a gripping tech thriller that delves into the ethical dilemmas of the digital age and the power struggles within the industry.

Cast

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  Ryan Phillippe

  Milo Hoffman

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  Rachael Leigh Cook

  Lisa Calighan

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  Tim Robbins

  Gary Winston

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  Claire Forlani

  Alice Poulson

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  Richard Roundtree

  Lyle Barton

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  Tygh Runyan

  Larry Banks

Reviews

Antitrust, a film directed by Peter Howitt, received mixed reviews from critics upon its release in 2001. While some praised the film's fast-paced techno-thriller narrative and themes exploring corporate corruption and privacy concerns, others criticized its cliched characters and predictable plot twists. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 24%, with critics mentioning that the film lacked depth and originality. IMDb rated it at 6.1/10, indicating a polarizing response from audiences. Metacritic scored it at 31/100, citing the movie's reliance on familiar tropes and lack of innovation in the tech-thriller genre. Despite the criticisms, some reviewers appreciated Ryan Phillippe's performance and the film's attempt to shed light on the darker side of the tech industry.